The Story of Wales

4.5/10201258mEnded1 Season · 6 Episodes

Documentary

Huw Edwards presents a major television history of Wales, showing the country in ways it has never been seen before.

Released: Feb 27, 2012

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6 episodes

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Huw Edwards

Self - Presenter

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