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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In 1844 Edward Clifford was born at Bristol, Gloucestershire [Map].
Around 1870. Edward Clifford [aged 26]. Portrait of Ion Keith Falconer,1856-1887.Arabic scholar, missionary and sportsman.
1875. Edward Clifford [aged 31]. Portrait of Anna Theresa Cockerell Countess Shrewsbury and Waterford [aged 38].
Anna Theresa Cockerell Countess Shrewsbury and Waterford: On 20th February 1836 she was born to Richard Howe Cockerell and Theresa Howe Newcomen. On 15th February 1855 Charles Chetwynd-Talbot 19th Earl of Shrewsbury 4th Earl Talbot and she were married. He the son of Henry John Chetwynd-Talbot 3rd Earl Talbot 18th Earl of Shrewsbury and Sarah Elizabeth Beresford Countess Talbot Shrewsbury Waterford. On 29th July 1912 Anna Theresa Cockerell Countess Shrewsbury and Waterford died.
1876. Edward Clifford [aged 32]. Portrait of Selina Weld-Forester Countess Bradford.
1876. Edward Clifford [aged 32]. Portrait of Georgiana "Giana" Maria Tufnell Baroness Wolverton [aged 51].
Georgiana "Giana" Maria Tufnell Baroness Wolverton: In 1825 she was born to Reverend George Tufnell. On 22nd June 1848 George Glyn 2nd Baron Wolverton and she were married. No issue. On 24th July 1873 George Glyn Banker 1st Baron Wolverton died. His son George succeeded 2nd Baron Wolverton. She by marriage Baroness Wolverton. On 10th January 1894 she died.
1890. Edward Clifford [aged 46]. "The Forge of Cupid".
11th April 1900. Edward Clifford [aged 56]. "Court Grange".
Before 1907. Edward Clifford [aged 62]. Portrait of Katrine Cecilia Compton Countess Cowper [aged 61].
Katrine Cecilia Compton Countess Cowper: In 1845 she was born to William Compton 4th Marquess Northampton. In 1870 Francis Thomas Cowper 7th Earl Cowper and she were married. She by marriage Countess Cowper. She the daughter of William Compton 4th Marquess Northampton. He the son of George Augustus Frederick Cowper 6th Earl Cowper and Ann Florence Robinson Countess Cowper. On 23rd March 1913 Katrine Cecilia Compton Countess Cowper died.
In 1907 Edward Clifford [aged 63] died.