Cadell ap Gruffydd Prince of Deheubarth [39551] 127
- Died: 1175, abbey of Strata Florida
General Notes:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadell_ap_Gruffydd
Noted events in his life were:
• Acceded: King of Deheubarth, 1143. In 1143 Anarawd was murdered by Cadwaladr's men, and Cadell took over as prince of Deheubarth, continuing the work Anarawd had started to win back the remainder of his grandfather's kingdom.
• Retirement: King of Deheubarth, 1151. Cadell's career was effectively ended in 1151. When out hunting, he was attacked by a Norman force from Tenby , who left him assuming him to be dead. In fact he survived, but was so badly injured as to be unable to resume his activities.
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