Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World
Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World

Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World

June 17, 2025 | 59 min

A unique mix of natural resources, daring investment, the fierce 'Merthyr spirit', global wars and a drive to innovate all transformed this valley town from rural idyl into an industrial superpower.

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Naomi Scott

Steffan Powell

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