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 1763 Charles Henry Hall was born to [his father] Charles Hall of Bocking in Essex (age 45).
In 1774 [his father] Charles Hall of Bocking in Essex (age 56) died.
In 1775 Charles Henry Hall (age 12) was admitted to Westminster School [Map].
On 3rd June 1779 Charles Henry Hall (age 16) matriculated Christ Church College, Oxford University.
In 1781 Charles Henry Hall (age 18) won the chancellor's prize for Latin verse on Strages Indica Occidentalis
In 1783 Charles Henry Hall (age 20) was awarded Bachelor of Arts.
In 1784 Charles Henry Hall (age 21) won the chancellor's prize for the English essay on The Use of Medals.
In 1786 Charles Henry Hall (age 23) was awarded Master of Arts.
In 1794 Charles Henry Hall (age 31) and Anna Maria Bridget Byng (age 23) were married.
In 1794 Charles Henry Hall (age 31) was presented by his college to the vicarage of Broughton-in-Airedale, Yorkshire.
In 1794 Charles Henry Hall (age 31) was awarded Bachelor of Divinity.
In 1798 Charles Henry Hall (age 35) was appointed Bampton lecturer and Prebendary of Exeter Cathedral.
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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In June 1799 Charles Henry Hall (age 36) became rector of Kirk Bramwith, Yorkshire
On 30th November 1799 Charles Henry Hall (age 36) was appointed Prebendary of the second stall of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford [Map].
In 1800 Charles Henry Hall (age 37) was awarded Doctor of Divinity.
In 1800 Charles Henry Hall (age 37)
In 1805 Charles Henry Hall (age 42) was appointed sub-Dean of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford [Map].
In 1807 Charles Henry Hall (age 44) was appointed Vicar of Luton in Bedfordshire which position he held for life.
In February 1807 Charles Henry Hall (age 44) was elected Regius Professor of Divinity, and moved to the fifth stall in Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford [Map].
In October 1809 Charles Henry Hall (age 46) was elected Dean of Christ Church Cathedral.
On 26th February 1824 Charles Henry Hall (age 61) was installed as Dean of Durham.
Before 1827. Gilbert Stuart Newton (age 31). Portrait of Charles Henry Hall (age 63).
Annals of the six Kings of England by Nicholas Trivet
Translation of the Annals of the Six Kings of England by that traces the rise and rule of the Angevin aka Plantagenet dynasty from the mid-12th to early 14th century. Written by the Dominican scholar Nicholas Trivet, the work offers a vivid account of English history from the reign of King Stephen through to the death of King Edward I, blending political narrative with moral reflection. Covering the reigns of six monarchs—from Stephen to Edward I—the chronicle explores royal authority, rebellion, war, and the shifting balance between crown, church, and nobility. Trivet provides detailed insight into defining moments such as baronial conflicts, Anglo-French rivalry, and the consolidation of royal power under Edward I, whose reign he describes with particular immediacy. The Annals combines careful year-by-year reporting with thoughtful interpretation, presenting history not merely as a sequence of events but as a moral and political lesson. Ideal for readers interested in medieval history, kingship, and the origins of the English state, this chronicle remains a valuable and accessible window into the turbulent world of the Plantagenet kings.
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In 1827 Charles Henry Hall (age 64) died.
After 1827. Durham Cathedral [Map]. Memorials to Charles Henry Hall (deceased).
In 1852 [his former wife] Anna Maria Bridget Byng (age 81) died.