Dafydd Iwan
Dafydd Iwan Jones (born 24 August 1943) is a Welsh singer and nationalist politician who rose to fame writing and performing folk music in the Welsh language. From 2003 to 2010, Iwan was the president of Plaid Cymru, a political party which advocates for Welsh independence from the UK.
Dafydd Iwan | |
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| Born | Dafydd Iwan Jones 24 August 1943 Brynamman, Carmarthenshire, Wales |
| Nationality | Welsh |
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| Years active | Late 1960s–present |
| Known for | President of Plaid Cymru |
| Notable work | "Yma o Hyd" (1983) |
| Relatives | Huw Ceredig (brother) Alun Ffred Jones (brother) |
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