The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy
The Gesta Normannorum Ducum [The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy] is a landmark medieval chronicle tracing the rise and fall of the Norman dynasty from its early roots through the pivotal events surrounding the Norman Conquest of England. Originally penned in Latin by the monk William of Jumièges shortly before 1060 and later expanded at the behest of William the Conqueror, the work chronicles the deeds, politics, battles, and leadership of the Norman dukes, especially William’s own claim to the English throne. The narrative combines earlier historical sources with firsthand information and oral testimony to present an authoritative account of Normandy’s transformation from a Viking settlement into one of medieval Europe’s most powerful realms. William’s history emphasizes the legitimacy, military prowess, and governance of the Norman line, framing their expansion, including the conquest of England, as both divinely sanctioned and noble in purpose. Later chroniclers such as Orderic Vitalis and Robert of Torigni continued the history, extending the coverage into the 12th century, providing broader context on ducal rule and its impact. Today this classic work remains a foundational source for understanding Norman identity, medieval statesmanship, and the historical forces that reshaped England and Western Europe between 800AD and 1100AD.
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Paternal Family Tree: Edgecombe
In 1602 [his father] Richard Edgecumbe (age 32) and Anne Carey were married.
In 1608 [his father] Richard Edgecumbe (age 38) and [his mother] Mary Cotelle were married.
Around 1609 Colonel Piers Edgecumbe was born to [his father] Richard Edgecumbe (age 39) and [his mother] Mary Cotelle.
In 1628 Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 19) was elected MP Newport.
In 1636 Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 27) and Mary Glanville were married at St Dunstan's in the West, Fleet Street [Map].
In 1637 [his daughter] Winifred Edgecumbe was born to Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 28) and [his wife] Mary Glanville at Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall. She married 1660 Thomas Coventry 1st Earl Coventry, son of Thomas Coventry 2nd Baron Coventry and Mary Craven, and had issue.
On 23rd March 1639 [his father] Richard Edgecumbe (age 69) died.
The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy
The Gesta Normannorum Ducum [The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy] is a landmark medieval chronicle tracing the rise and fall of the Norman dynasty from its early roots through the pivotal events surrounding the Norman Conquest of England. Originally penned in Latin by the monk William of Jumièges shortly before 1060 and later expanded at the behest of William the Conqueror, the work chronicles the deeds, politics, battles, and leadership of the Norman dukes, especially William’s own claim to the English throne. The narrative combines earlier historical sources with firsthand information and oral testimony to present an authoritative account of Normandy’s transformation from a Viking settlement into one of medieval Europe’s most powerful realms. William’s history emphasizes the legitimacy, military prowess, and governance of the Norman line, framing their expansion, including the conquest of England, as both divinely sanctioned and noble in purpose. Later chroniclers such as Orderic Vitalis and Robert of Torigni continued the history, extending the coverage into the 12th century, providing broader context on ducal rule and its impact. Today this classic work remains a foundational source for understanding Norman identity, medieval statesmanship, and the historical forces that reshaped England and Western Europe between 800AD and 1100AD.
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On 13th February 1640 [his son] Richard Edgecumbe was born to Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 31) and [his wife] Mary Glanville. He married before 23rd April 1680 Anne Montagu, daughter of Edward Montagu 1st Earl Sandwich and Jemima Crew Countess Sandwich, and had issue.
In April 1640 Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 31) was elected MP Camelford.
In 1660 Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 51) was appointed High Sheriff of Cornwall.
Around 1660 [his son-in-law] Thomas Coventry 1st Earl Coventry (age 31) and [his daughter] Winifred Edgecumbe (age 23) were married.
In 1662 Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 53) was elected MP Newport.
On 6th January 1667 Colonel Piers Edgecumbe (age 58) died.
Kings Wessex: Great x 19 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England
Kings Gwynedd: Great x 20 Grand Son of Maredudd ab Owain King Deheubarth King Powys King Gwynedd
Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 22 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth
Kings Powys: Great x 20 Grand Son of Maredudd ab Owain King Deheubarth King Powys King Gwynedd
Kings England: Great x 13 Grand Son of King John of England
Kings Scotland: Great x 18 Grand Son of King Duncan I of Scotland
Kings Franks: Great x 25 Grand Son of Louis "Pious" King Aquitaine I King of the Franks
Kings France: Great x 18 Grand Son of Robert "Pious" II King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 23 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 3 Grandfather: Richard Edgecombe
Great x 2 Grandfather: Piers Edgecombe
Great x 1 Grandfather: Richard Edgecombe 10 x Great Grand Son of King John of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: John St John 
7 x Great Grand Son of King John of England
Great x 3 Grandfather: John St John 8 x Great Grand Son of King John of England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Alice Bradshaigh
Great x 2 Grandmother: Catherine St John 9 x Great Grand Daughter of King John of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Morgan ap Jenkin Lord of Langstone
Great x 3 Grandmother: Sybil of Lansgtone Manor
GrandFather: Piers Edgecombe 11 x Great Grand Son of King John of England
Father: Richard Edgecumbe 12 x Great Grand Son of King John of England
Colonel Piers Edgecumbe 13 x Great Grand Son of King John of England
GrandFather: Thomas Cotelle
Mother: Mary Cotelle