Criccieth Castle a distant relation of Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, began an uprising against English rule that spread quickly through Wales. Several English-held towns were razed and Criccieth (along with Harlech Castle and Aberystwyth Castle) were besieged that winter. Its residents survived until spring when the castle was resupplied. In the 14th century the castle had a notable Welsh constable called Hywel ap Gruffydd, known as Howell the Axe, who fought for Edward III at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356. The castle was used as a prison until 1404 when Welsh forces captured the castle during the rebellion of Owain Glyndŵr. The
Stronghold Center Stronghold Center Stronghold Castle or Stronghold Center is a Tudor-style castle located near Oregon, Illinois, atop the limestone bluffs along the Rock River. Designed by Maurice Webster, it was built between 1928 and 1930 by Walter Strong, then owner and publisher of the Chicago Daily News, as a summer home. In 1963, the castle and surrounding area were purchased by Blackhawk Presbytery Today, it serves as a year-round camping and retreat center, hosting summer camps and an Olde English Faire. The castle includes 25 rooms and four secret passageways. In part inspired by visits to the famous Hearst Castle of