About David Williams
Lived 1900 – 1978. David Williams was a British historian.
David Williams (9 February 1900 – 1978) was a Welsh historian.
Williams was born at Llan-y-Cefn, Pembrokeshire.
From 1945 until his retirement in 1967, Williams was Professor of Welsh History in the University of Wales. He is best known for his classic History of Modern Wales.
Works History of Modern Wales (1950) The Rebecca Riots (1955)
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Who was David Williams?
Welsh historian (1900–1978)
When was David Williams born?
David Williams was born in 1900 in Llanycefn.
When did David Williams die?
David Williams died in 1978 in Aberystwyth.
What was David Williams's occupation?
David Williams was a historian.
What nationality was David Williams?
David Williams was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Williams. https://biography.guide/david-williams-historian/
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