Cardiff in the Headlines

Cardiff in the Headlines reveals the stories that made Cardiff the great city it is today. Author Tony Woolway delves into the archives of the South Wales Echo to discover the dramatic, outlandish and humour-ous events and characters of the cityís past. Find out about Cardiffís first international rugby match in 1905, the devastating effects of the Cardiff Blitz, the life and times of Billy the Seal, and the process by which Cardiff formally became the capital of Wales. The stories cover the best times and the tough times, acting as a testament to the strength and humour of the people of Cardiff.