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Meurig was the only son of King Caradog
Freichfras (Strong-Arm) of Gwent & the Vannetais. He is best
known for uniting the Kingdoms of Gwent and Glywysing, through his
marriage to the only daughter of King Glywys
of Glywysing. Princess Dyfwn had many brothers, so Meurig must have been
considerably surprised when they all died childless, save one. The heir to
Glywysing, St. Cadog ruled for a while
before turning full time to a religious life and passing his grandfather's
Kingdom to his aunt Dyfwn and her husband. Meurig died in the late 6th
century and was succeeded by his son, Erbig. He is often confused with his
descendant and namesake.
Records of King Meurig date back to the 11th century. He could be historic.
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