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The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall describes the reigns of Kings Henry II, Richard I, John and Henry III, providing a wealth of information about their lives and the events of the time. Ralph's work is detailed, comprehensive and objective. We have augmented Ralph's text with extracts from other contemporary chroniclers to enrich the reader's experience. Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback.
Paternal Family Tree: Essex
Sæward King of Essex was born to King Sæberht of Essex.
In 616 [his father] King Sæberht of Essex died. His son [his brother] Sexred succeeded King Essex. His son Sæward succeeded King Essex. They ruled jointly with another unamed brother.
In 623 Sæward King of Essex died.
[his son] Sigeberht the Little was born to Sæward King of Essex.