This weekend Mr. and Mrs. Sheppard brought Micaela and I to visit Raglan Castle, a medieval castle, dating back to the 15th Century in the Welsh border district of Gwent, only about 14 miles from where we are in Gilwern, Wales. This castle served as a strategic location in the Wye valley and offers some fantastic views of the countryside.
After our tour of the castle we headed to the village of Monmouth. Monmouth is home to Geoffrey of Monmouth, responsible for translating the History of British Kings and giving rise to the legends of King Arthur. It is also home to Charles Stuart Rolls, of Rolls Royce fame, and was visited by Admiral Horatio Nelson. There is a large collection of Admiral Nelson's belongings in a museum in the town. King Henry V was also born in this area.
Below you will see the slide show of our afternoon.
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