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0:00:19 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome - to Wednesday night's Heno.
0:00:25 > 0:00:28- It was a pleasant surprise - to see some sunshine today.
0:00:28 > 0:00:30- Let's hope it continues!
0:00:30 > 0:00:33- We have a packed programme - for you this evening.
0:00:33 > 0:00:37- Abergavenny awaits to welcome you - to its National Eisteddfod.
0:00:37 > 0:00:41- Twelve local choirs perform on a CD - that raises money for the festival.
0:00:42 > 0:00:44- We preview it later.
0:00:44 > 0:00:46- Speaking of the Eisteddfod...
0:00:46 > 0:00:50- ..you can win a pair of tickets - to this year's opening concert...
0:00:50 > 0:00:54- ..with Only Men Aloud, - Gwawr Edwards and Rebecca Treharne.
0:00:54 > 0:00:57- I'll give you the question shortly.
0:00:57 > 0:01:00- I'm joined by two guests tonight.
0:01:00 > 0:01:05- Einir Sion is Chief Executive - of Menter Iaith Rhonnda Cynon Taf.
0:01:05 > 0:01:10- Einir tells us all about - this weekend's Parti Ponty.
0:01:10 > 0:01:14- Cardiff-born Dewi Preece - is a journalist in Istanbul.
0:01:15 > 0:01:17- We look forward to hearing from him.
0:01:18 > 0:01:23- We start with this year's centenary - of the Battle of Mametz Wood...
0:01:23 > 0:01:27- ..which claimed the lives - of 4,000 Welsh soldiers.
0:01:27 > 0:01:31- It's among the most horrific attacks - of the Great War...
0:01:31 > 0:01:35- ..and one of its troops - was Ellis Williams from Trawsfynydd.
0:01:36 > 0:01:39- Tonight, a book about his story - is being launched in Trawsfynydd.
0:01:40 > 0:01:43- Gerallt is there to report - on this fascinating story.
0:01:43 > 0:01:45- Good evening, Gerallt.
0:01:46 > 0:01:48- Good evening.
0:01:50 > 0:01:55- Ellis Williams' story is retold in - a new book called Adref o Uffern.
0:01:58 > 0:02:02- Let's hear more about the new book - from its editor, Lyn Ebenezer.
0:02:07 > 0:02:12- As a farmhand, Ellis Williams wasn't - forced to join the army in 1914.
0:02:12 > 0:02:16- He volunteered to face the horrors - of the Great War.
0:02:18 > 0:02:23- After the war, he put pen to paper - to write about his experiences.
0:02:29 > 0:02:33- "We went to No Man's Land to - throw hand grenades at the Germans.
0:02:33 > 0:02:38- "They did the same to us and this - was what they called nerve testing.
0:02:38 > 0:02:44- "When you got back to the trenches, - you'd be shaking from head to toe...
0:02:44 > 0:02:48- "..so you were given - half a mug of rum to warm you up.
0:02:48 > 0:02:54- "It's where we first had snow but - not the snow of the old country."
0:02:57 > 0:03:02- Ellis Williams wrote his memoirs - of the Great War during the 1960s.
0:03:03 > 0:03:07- Last year, the author and historian, - Lyn Ebenezer...
0:03:08 > 0:03:13- ..was asked by Ellis' family to edit - the memoirs for Adref o Uffern.
0:03:14 > 0:03:19- He was in the Battle of Mametz Wood - - the bloodiest battle of the Somme.
0:03:21 > 0:03:26- He doesn't state the cause of his - injury but I think it was shrapnel.
0:03:29 > 0:03:34- A bullet wound is clean but his nose - and top lip were torn off his body.
0:03:38 > 0:03:43- Death would have been better - than for him to go home like that.
0:03:49 > 0:03:52- "The blood poured from my face.
0:03:52 > 0:03:56- "I tried to bandage my face with - the First Aid kit from my pocket.
0:03:56 > 0:04:00- "I kept going but was weakening - due to the loss of blood.
0:04:02 > 0:04:05- "I stopped and had to sit down.
0:04:06 > 0:04:11- "It was getting dark and a stretcher - came along and picked me up.
0:04:12 > 0:04:17- "I don't where we went but it was - dark at the first resting station...
0:04:17 > 0:04:23- "..and my face was swollen so much - that I couldn't see out of one eye.
0:04:24 > 0:04:29- "I was put on the floor - with the other injured soldiers."
0:04:33 > 0:04:37- Ellis thought that he'd go home - as a result of his injuries...
0:04:38 > 0:04:44- ..but went to a hospital in Boulogne - with an eccentric called Valadier.
0:04:47 > 0:04:52- He had a dentist chair in his Rolls - Royce and did pioneering surgery.
0:04:53 > 0:04:58- Ellis was one of the first - twelve people to have this surgery.
0:05:00 > 0:05:04- They removed a rib - and used it to form a new nose.
0:05:05 > 0:05:11- Ellis gave another rib to help them - form a nose for an Englishman.
0:05:12 > 0:05:15- This was totally miraculous - at the time.
0:05:17 > 0:05:22- I've written, edited or translated - 90 different books...
0:05:24 > 0:05:29- ..and can honestly say that no other - book has left such an impression...
0:05:30 > 0:05:33- ..than the story of Ellis Williams.
0:05:35 > 0:05:39- He was both an ordinary, - yet extraordinary man.
0:06:04 > 0:06:07- Lyn recommends - that you read the book.
0:06:15 > 0:06:18- I don't recall my grandfather.
0:06:19 > 0:06:22- The house was full of Welsh books.
0:06:29 > 0:06:33- I was given a box full of letters - from my Uncle Ellis.
0:06:40 > 0:06:45- I left the box but started to read - the letters after a while.
0:06:46 > 0:06:49- I did some research in London.
0:07:03 > 0:07:07- It was a personal and emotional - story to tell.
0:07:10 > 0:07:12- Lyn Ebenezer helped us.
0:07:14 > 0:07:17- Ellis' father didn't recognize him.
0:07:20 > 0:07:25- Keith O'Brien, a local historian, - also joins us this evening.
0:07:38 > 0:07:41- This centre is about Trawsfynydd's - history.
0:07:41 > 0:07:46- This story adds to the history of - what this centre offers.
0:07:50 > 0:07:54- This is a story from Traws who came - back from the horrors of the war.
0:07:54 > 0:07:56- Back to you in the studio.
0:07:56 > 0:07:58- Thank you, Gerallt.
0:07:59 > 0:08:03- Einir Sion is the Chief Executive - of Menter Iaith Rhondda Cynon Taf.
0:08:03 > 0:08:05- Welcome to the programme.
0:08:06 > 0:08:12- Einir is here to tell us about Parti - Ponty that takes place this weekend.
0:08:17 > 0:08:21- We are looking forward - to the second Parti Ponty.
0:08:26 > 0:08:28- The line-up is amazing.
0:08:31 > 0:08:36- We are responding to the public's - demands this year.
0:08:59 > 0:09:01- We also looking forward to the next - Parti Ponty.
0:09:02 > 0:09:05- The event took a rest for about - seven years.
0:09:07 > 0:09:11- I remember performing there many - years ago.
0:09:15 > 0:09:18- People were asking about it - all the time.
0:09:26 > 0:09:28- We decided to relaunch it.
0:09:30 > 0:09:35- We offer more activities along - with stalls and entertainment.
0:09:40 > 0:09:43- This year, we have a science area.
0:09:43 > 0:09:46- We even have Lego-Robotics.
0:09:57 > 0:10:00- It's all about the industrial - heritage.
0:10:01 > 0:10:06- This ties in with the industrial - heritage of the area.
0:10:08 > 0:10:11- This is a Welsh-language festival.
0:10:16 > 0:10:18- It's crucial to the area.
0:10:22 > 0:10:24- It's a Welsh festival for all.
0:10:24 > 0:10:27- It's all completely free.
0:10:28 > 0:10:32- There are thousands of Welsh - speakers in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
0:10:32 > 0:10:35- People are excited about the event.
0:10:40 > 0:10:42- We are using the bandstand.
0:10:44 > 0:10:48- It takes place at Ynysangharad Park - in Pontypridd.
0:10:49 > 0:10:54- There's also a stage and a bandstand - at this year's festival.
0:11:04 > 0:11:07- It also boosts people's confidence - in speaking Welsh.
0:11:07 > 0:11:10- It's about having fun in Welsh.
0:11:15 > 0:11:20- Mei Gwynedd is visiting schools - in the area and composing music.
0:11:25 > 0:11:27- We have a Parti ponty anthem!
0:11:29 > 0:11:33- There are schools that will be - performing on Saturday.
0:11:34 > 0:11:36- There are also music sessions.
0:11:40 > 0:11:42- it sounds amazing!
0:11:44 > 0:11:46- We also have a creative area - at the Lido.
0:11:47 > 0:11:51- Still to come on tonight's Heno, - I chat to Dewi Preece from Cardiff.
0:11:51 > 0:11:55- He's worked in Istanbul for a year - and we'll hear all about it shortly.
0:11:55 > 0:11:58- We also listen to - the Lleisiau Mynyw CD...
0:11:58 > 0:12:02- ..with twelve local choral voices - from this year's Eisteddfod home.
0:12:02 > 0:12:06- You can also win a pair of tickets - to the Eisteddfod opening concert.
0:12:07 > 0:12:10- It features Only Men Aloud, - Gwawr Edwards and Rebecca Treharne.
0:12:11 > 0:12:12- I'll set the all-important question - after the break.
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0:12:20 > 0:12:22- Welcome back.
0:12:24 > 0:12:28- It's 15 days until Abergavenny - hosts the National Eisteddfod.
0:12:30 > 0:12:35- It launches with the customary - gala concert on Friday 29 July.
0:12:35 > 0:12:38- You could be there - if you enter our competition.
0:12:38 > 0:12:40- Here are the details.
0:12:42 > 0:12:46- Prynhawn Da and Heno has a very - special competition for you.
0:12:47 > 0:12:50- You can win a pair of tickets - to the opening concert...
0:12:50 > 0:12:53- ..of this year's - National Eisteddfod...
0:12:54 > 0:12:59- ..with Only Men Aloud, Gwawr Edwards - and Rebecca Trehearn on 29 July.
0:13:01 > 0:13:05- The prize also includes - bed and breakfast for two...
0:13:07 > 0:13:12- ..at the luxury, four-star Gilffaes - Hotel that is near the Maes.
0:13:14 > 0:13:17- All you have to do - is answer this simple question:
0:13:18 > 0:13:21- Where is this year's Eisteddfod - being held?
0:13:22 > 0:13:25- 1) Abergavenny, 2) Finland, - or 3) France?
0:13:26 > 0:13:29- Call us with your answer - on 08334 35 12 44.
0:13:33 > 0:13:39- It's 5p a minute plus your telephone - company's network access charge.
0:13:40 > 0:13:43- The phone lines close - at 1.00pm tomorrow.
0:13:44 > 0:13:47- All entrants must be 18 and over.
0:13:48 > 0:13:51- Don't call after the lines close - or you will still be charged.
0:13:51 > 0:13:55- Full terms and conditions - can be found at www.heno.tv
0:13:55 > 0:13:57- Good luck to you all.
0:13:59 > 0:14:03- Don't forget to enter - this worthwhile competition!
0:14:17 > 0:14:20- The Eisteddfod is looming - and I will be there.
0:14:20 > 0:14:22- My next guest is Dewi Preece.
0:14:32 > 0:14:37- You trained at Cardiff University's - School of Journalism.
0:14:49 > 0:14:53- Yes, within weeks - of finishing the course...
0:14:57 > 0:14:59- ..I was reporting from Istanbul.
0:15:05 > 0:15:08- I was there for a year - and will remain there.
0:15:08 > 0:15:11- I was lucky to get the gig.
0:15:34 > 0:15:37- There's massive changes in the world - of digital news.
0:15:38 > 0:15:41- We are launching a new news channel - there.
0:15:41 > 0:15:46- We are launching a new English - channel in Istanbul.
0:15:50 > 0:15:52- They got someone from Cardiff.
0:16:08 > 0:16:12- Istanbul is based in an area where - there's a lot of aniomisity.
0:16:12 > 0:16:15- Turkey is at the centre of the world - news.
0:16:16 > 0:16:19- Turkey and Istanbul - are near to Syria.
0:16:30 > 0:16:32- Istanbul is very difficult to - explain.
0:16:33 > 0:16:35- It's creating massive problems.
0:16:39 > 0:16:42- However, - Istanbul is still thriving.
0:16:49 > 0:16:52- Millions of people live there and - they are so welcoming.
0:16:52 > 0:16:54- People ask me if I'm safe.
0:17:02 > 0:17:04- I feel as safe as in London.
0:17:06 > 0:17:10- There have been attacks there - but I do feel safe there.
0:17:10 > 0:17:12- I'm home to graduate tomorrow.
0:17:24 > 0:17:26- There will be a nice reunion.
0:17:26 > 0:17:28- It's a year later!
0:17:29 > 0:17:34- It works for many of us who are - working internationally.
0:17:35 > 0:17:38- I look forward to wearing the cap - and gown.
0:17:38 > 0:17:40- Thank you for joining me.
0:17:40 > 0:17:44- The Abergavenny National Eisteddfod - is fast approaching...
0:17:44 > 0:17:49- ..and there's a lovely CD available - to raise money for the festival.
0:17:49 > 0:17:53- Lleisiau Mynwy is the title - and features twelve local choirs.
0:17:53 > 0:17:58- David Davies AM is the brain-child - behind this musical collaboration.
0:17:58 > 0:18:02- Rhodri and David chatted and sampled - the CD at the town hall in Monmouth.
0:18:06 > 0:18:09- # Under his banner #
0:18:10 > 0:18:14- The initial idea came from the need - to help raise money.
0:18:16 > 0:18:19- We thought about coffee mornings...
0:18:20 > 0:18:24- ..but I'd had enough of those - with the Conservative Party!
0:18:25 > 0:18:30- I got the idea of making a CD and I - hope we get in the Classical Charts.
0:18:34 > 0:18:36- Having the idea is one thing...
0:18:38 > 0:18:41- ..but fulfilling that idea - is something else.
0:18:44 > 0:18:47- Yes, I fancied myself - as some kind of Bob Geldof...
0:18:48 > 0:18:52- ..who would make this CD - after making a few phone calls.
0:18:54 > 0:18:57- I have to admit - that it's a lot of work...
0:18:59 > 0:19:03- ..and very difficult to co-ordinate - twelve different groups.
0:19:03 > 0:19:08- It's even more complicated - when you think of the geography...
0:19:08 > 0:19:12- ..the cross-section of contributors - and quality of singers...
0:19:13 > 0:19:17- ..but the response was enthusiastic - to say the least!
0:19:18 > 0:19:23- It's exciting as there's a lot - of events before the Eisteddfod.
0:19:23 > 0:19:28- We've been very busy - with raising money for the fund...
0:19:29 > 0:19:33- ..and are excited about welcoming - the Eisteddfod to Abergavenny.
0:19:34 > 0:19:37- The purpose of the CD - is to raise money.
0:19:39 > 0:19:44- Yes, we made a CD that features - local mixed and male voice choirs...
0:19:45 > 0:19:50- ..from Chepstow and Caldicot as well - as the Monmouth Male Voice Choir.
0:19:50 > 0:19:55- There's also a children's choir - from Ysgol Gymraeg y Fenni.
0:19:55 > 0:19:59- At least 8 from each CD - goes towards the fund.
0:20:00 > 0:20:05- We're singing the lovely Rachie - and always pronounce it differently.
0:20:06 > 0:20:10- Were the non-Welsh speakers - happy to take part...
0:20:10 > 0:20:14- ..and do they understand - the importance of it?
0:20:15 > 0:20:19- They know it's important thanks to - various explanations in the area.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- Everything's gearing up - for the Eisteddfod.
0:20:23 > 0:20:29- The county has changed its attitude - about Welsh and the Eisteddfod.
0:20:30 > 0:20:35- From the Monmouth Male Voice Choir - to the Ysgol Gymraeg y Fenni choir.
0:20:36 > 0:20:41- Most of the children are - from non-Welsh speaking households.
0:20:41 > 0:20:46- It will be wonderful to see Welsh - traditions in the town and Maes...
0:20:47 > 0:20:52- ..and hearing the Welsh language - on our streets during that week.
0:20:53 > 0:20:57- Our children don't get - the opportunity to hear it often.
0:20:58 > 0:21:02- I like the Eisteddfod because few - people speak Welsh in Abergavenny.
0:21:03 > 0:21:08- During the Eisteddfod, a lot of - people will speak Welsh in the town.
0:21:09 > 0:21:14- I'm excited about the Eisteddfod as - my aunt doesn't speak Welsh a lot.
0:21:15 > 0:21:19- She's asked my sister and me - to help her on her hat stand.
0:21:21 > 0:21:25- We're the only Welsh school - in Abergavenny...
0:21:25 > 0:21:29- ..and I'm looking forward to all - the singing, artwork and dancing.
0:21:30 > 0:21:34- I'm excited about the Eisteddfod - as I've never been to one before...
0:21:35 > 0:21:39- ..so am looking forward - to seeing all the stands.
0:21:40 > 0:21:44- I teach at Ysgol Gymraeg y Fenni and - from a non-Welsh speaking family...
0:21:45 > 0:21:50- ..so it's important to give these - children some experiences of Welsh.
0:21:51 > 0:21:54- We've made a CD - and I hope people enjoy it.
0:21:55 > 0:22:00- We're proud to do something valuable - for local Welsh education...
0:22:01 > 0:22:04- ..and the Welsh essence - of our county.
0:22:04 > 0:22:07- # We'll put our weak light together
0:22:08 > 0:22:13- # All through the night #
0:22:16 > 0:22:21- The CD costs 10 and is available - to buy at shops in Monmouthshire.
0:22:22 > 0:22:27- Orders can also be placed - by emailing the address on screen.
0:22:30 > 0:22:35- My studio guests have been - Einir Sion and Dewi Preece.
0:22:46 > 0:22:51- Parti Ponty takes place between - 10.00am and 7.00pm this Saturday.
0:22:51 > 0:22:55- It takes place at Ynysangharad Park - in Pontypridd.
0:22:55 > 0:22:57- It's all completely free.
0:22:57 > 0:23:02- There's an evening of entertainment - at Clwb y Bont from 7.30pm.
0:23:02 > 0:23:06- The weather promises - to be great for Parti Ponty.
0:23:06 > 0:23:09- We hope to welcome more - of a crowd this year.
0:23:18 > 0:23:23- I'll be returning to Istanbul - after I graduate tomorrow.
0:23:25 > 0:23:27- Istanbul is a beautiful place.
0:23:29 > 0:23:31- I love living there.
0:23:43 > 0:23:48- I studied history and I admire the - buildings in Istanbuls.
0:23:52 > 0:23:55- It has all the facilities of a city.
0:23:58 > 0:24:01- I love the bars - and the historical landscapes!
0:24:06 > 0:24:08- I don't have any plans - for the future.
0:24:13 > 0:24:15- You don't know what is around the - corner.
0:24:16 > 0:24:19- That's it from us tonight. - Tomorrow at 7.00pm, with the Royal
0:24:20 > 0:24:21- Welsh taking place next week...
0:24:22 > 0:24:26- ..Daf Wyn will, quite appropriately, - be chatting with some horses.
0:24:26 > 0:24:27- Yes, honestly!
0:24:27 > 0:24:30- Ifan Jones Evans, one of the - presenters at the Show...
0:24:31 > 0:24:33- ..will be in the studio - with Angharad.
0:24:33 > 0:24:37- We'll also be looking at a weekend - of competition with Campau Caron.
0:24:37 > 0:24:40- Until then, - enjoy the rest of your evening.
0:24:40 > 0:24:41- Goodnight.
0:24:41 > 0:24:42- .