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Who was Llywelyn's main adversary in 1210?

  • King Richard I

  • King John

  • King Henry II

  • Prince Louis of France

Answer

In 1210, King John of England was Llywelyn's main adversary. John had been trying to conquer Wales for years, and he saw Llywelyn's growing power as a threat. In 1210, John led an army into Wales and attacked Llywelyn's stronghold at Dolwyddelan. However, Llywelyn was able to defeat John's army and drive them back to England.
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