To These Bloody And Recent Victories Of The English May Be
Attributed The Peaceable State Of Wales During The Reigns
Of the
three first Norman kings; when the nation increased in population,
and being taught the use of arms and
The management of horses by
the English and Normans (with whom they had much intercourse, by
following the court, or by being sent as hostages), took advantage
of the necessary attention which the three succeeding kings were
obliged to pay to their foreign possessions, and once more lifting
up their crests, recovered their lands, and spurned the yoke that
had formerly been imposed upon them.
CHAPTER VIII
In what manner this nation is to be overcome
The prince who would wish to subdue this nation, and govern it
peaceably, must use this method. He must be determined to apply a
diligent and constant attention to this purpose for one year at
least; for a people who with a collected force will not openly
attack the enemy in the field, nor wait to be besieged in castles,
is not to be overcome at the first onset, but to be worn out by
prudent delay and patience. Let him divide their strength, and by
bribes and promises endeavour to stir up one against the other,
knowing the spirit of hatred and envy which generally prevails
amongst them; and in the autumn let not only the marches, but also
the interior part of the country be strongly fortified with
castles, provisions, and confidential families.
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