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: Prideaux
In 1554 Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet was born to [his father] Roger Prideaux.
In 1582 [his father] Roger Prideaux died.
Before 1590 Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet [age 35] and Catherine Edgecombe [age 27] were married.
Before 1590 Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet [age 35] and Bridget Chichester were married.
In 1596 [his son] Peter Prideaux 2nd Baronet was born to Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet [age 42] and [his wife] Catherine Edgecombe [age 34]. He married in or before 1626 Susan Poulet Lady Prideaux.
In 1605 [his wife] Catherine Edgecombe [age 43] died.
In 1606 Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet [age 52] and Mary Reynell Lady Prideaux [age 21] were married. The difference in their ages was 30 years.
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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On 17th July 1622 Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet [age 68] was created 1st Baronet Prideaux of Netherton in Devon. [his wife] Mary Reynell Lady Prideaux [age 37] by marriage Lady Prideaux of Netherton in Devon.
In or before 1626 [his son] Peter Prideaux 2nd Baronet [age 29] and [his daughter-in-law] Susan Poulet Lady Prideaux [age 25] were married.
On 28th March 1628 Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet [age 74] died. His son Peter [age 32] succeeded 2nd Baronet Prideaux of Netherton in Devon. Susan Poulet Lady Prideaux [age 28] by marriage Lady Prideaux of Netherton in Devon.
In 1631 [his former wife] Mary Reynell Lady Prideaux [age 46] died.
[his son] Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet was born to Edmund Prideaux 1st Baronet and Catherine Edgecombe.