Hakes Family Tree
Military Service
| Person |  Matilda De St Valery |
|---|---|
| Description | Maud defended Painscastle in Elfael against a massive Welsh attack led by Gwenwynwyn, Prince of Powys. She successfully held off Gwenwynwyn's forces for three weeks until English reinforcements arrived. |
| Date | 1198 |
| Place | Painscastle |
| Country | United Kingdom |