As Henry II retreats from his failed Berwyn campaign, Welsh forces ambush the English rearguard in the Ceiriog valley, inflicting significant casualties. In fury, Henry orders the blinding of Welsh hostages. The campaign marks the high point of Owain Gwynedd power and the failure of Norman attempts to conquer north Wales by main force.
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