Cymdeithas yr Iaith Poster

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If you’ve ever passed through Talybont just outside Aberystwyth, you’ve probably seen Nan Bowyer in all her glory on the famous Lolfa mural. The original photograph - taken by Raymond Daniel - captures the iconic “girl in the long coat,” a perfect snapshot of the spirit of Cymdeithas yr Iaith protests. The photo was taken during a rally supporting Dafydd Iwan after he was arrested during the 1970s campaign for Welsh-language road signs. Proper history-in-a-single-frame stuff.

Cymdeithas yr Iaith is a grassroots movement that’s been campaigning since the 1960s for the rights, status, and future of the Welsh language. From peaceful protests to punchy public actions, they’ve helped shape modern Welsh-language policy. Their logo - the “dragon’s tongue” - is now one of the most recognisable symbols in the story of the language struggle.

So if you’re interested in the history of the movement - or just love an iconic protest moment - this is the perfect poster for you.

And if you want to dig deeper (or even join the cause), check out Cymdeithas yr Iaith’s website for more info on the fight for the future of our language! www.cymdeithas.cymru