Gruffydd ap Cynan was a Welsh prince born around 1055. He was a descendant of the royal line of Gwynedd and became a significant figure in the struggle for Welsh independence from Norman rule. Gruffydd's reign was marked by his efforts to unite various Welsh factions against external threats. In 1081, Gruffydd successfully reclaimed his ancestral lands and became the ruler of Gwynedd. His leadership was characterized by military campaigns against the Normans and alliances with other Welsh leaders. Gruffydd ap Cynan is remembered as a symbol of Welsh resistance and a key player in the history of Wales.