Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall
The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall (Chronicon Anglicanum) is an indispensable medieval history that brings to life centuries of English and European affairs through the eyes of a learned Cistercian monk. Ralph of Coggeshall, abbot of the Abbey of Coggeshall in Essex in the early 13th century, continued and expanded his community’s chronicle, documenting events from the Norman Conquest of 1066 into the tumultuous reign of King Henry III. Blending eyewitness testimony, careful compilation, and the monastic commitment to record-keeping, this chronicle offers a rare narrative of political intrigue, royal power struggles, and social upheaval in England and beyond. Ralph’s work captures the reigns of pivotal figures such as Richard I and King John, providing invaluable insights into their characters, decisions, and the forces that shaped medieval rule. More than a simple annal, Chronicon Anglicanum conveys the texture of medieval life and governance, making it a rich source for scholars and readers fascinated by English history, monastic authorship, and the shaping of the medieval world.
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Before 1630 [his father] Richard Hill of Lime Street and [his mother] Agnes Trewolla were married.
On 19th April 1633 Abraham Hill was born to [his father] Richard Hill of Lime Street and [his mother] Agnes Trewolla. He was baptised on 16th June 1635 at St Dionis Backchurch.
In 1654 [his father] Richard Hill of Lime Street was appointed Alderman of the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers.
In 1655 [his father] Richard Hill of Lime Street was appointed Master of the Worshipful Company of Cordwainers.
In or before 1658 Abraham Hill (age 24) and Anne Whitelocke (age 9) were married.
In 1658 [his daughter] Frances Hill was born to Abraham Hill (age 24) and [his wife] Anne Whitelocke (age 9).
In 1660 [his son] Richard Hill was born to Abraham Hill (age 26) and [his wife] Anne Whitelocke (age 11).
In January 1660 [his father] Richard Hill of Lime Street died.
In 1661 [his wife] Anne Whitelocke (age 12) died.
Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'
This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.
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In or after 1661 Abraham Hill (age 27) and Elizabeth Pratt (age 17) were married.
On 23rd April 1663 Abraham Hill (age 30) was appointed Fellow of the Royal Society; one of the founder members.
On 30th November 1663 Abraham Hill (age 30) was elected Treasurer of the Royal Society which office he held until 30th November 1665.
In 1672 [his wife] Elizabeth Pratt (age 28) died.
In or before 1679. John Hayls (age 78). Portrait of Abraham Hill (age 45).
On 1st December 1679 Abraham Hill (age 46) was elected Treasurer of the Royal Society which office he held until 30th November 1700.
In 1721 [his son] Richard Hill (age 61) died.
On 5th February 1721 Abraham Hill (age 87) died.
Father: Richard Hill of Lime Street
GrandFather: Thomas Trewolla of Mevagissey
Mother: Agnes Trewolla