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 or before 1736 [his father] John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 37] and [his mother] Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 29] were married.
In 1736 Edward Stratford 2nd Earl Aldborough was born to John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 37] and Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 30].
In 1759 Edward Stratford 2nd Earl Aldborough [aged 23] was elected MP Baltinglass which seat he held until 1768
On 7th September 1760 [his brother-in-law] Richard Wingfield 3rd Viscount Powerscourt [aged 29] and [his sister] Amelia Stratford Viscountess Powerscourt were married. She the daughter of [his father] John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 62] and [his mother] Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 54].
On 21st May 1763 [his father] John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 64] was created 1st Baron Baltinglass of Wicklow.
On 6th May 1764 Edward Wingfield 2nd Viscount Powerscourt [aged 34] died. His brother [his brother-in-law] Richard [aged 33] succeeded 3rd Viscount Powerscourt. [his sister] Amelia Stratford Viscountess Powerscourt by marriage Viscountess Powerscourt.
On 29th July 1765 Edward Stratford 2nd Earl Aldborough [aged 29] and Barbara Herbert Countess Aldborough [aged 23] were married. He the son of John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 66] and Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 59].
On 22nd July 1776 [his father] John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 77] was created 1st Viscount Aldborough of Belan in Kildare.
On 9th February 1777 [his father] John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 78] was created 1st Earl Aldborough. [his mother] Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 71] by marriage Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough.
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 April 1777 [his brother] John Stratford 3rd Earl Aldborough [aged 37] and [his sister-in-law] Elizabeth Hamilton Countess Aldborough [aged 20] were married. He the son of [his father] John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 78] and [his mother] Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 71].
On 29th May 1777 [his father] John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough [aged 78] died. His son Edward [aged 41] succeeded 2nd Earl Aldborough, 2nd Viscount Aldborough of Belan in Kildare, 2nd Baron Baltinglass of Wicklow. [his wife] Barbara Herbert Countess Aldborough [aged 34] by marriage Countess Aldborough.
On 11th April 1785 [his wife] Barbara Herbert Countess Aldborough [aged 42] died.
On 24th May 1787 Edward Stratford 2nd Earl Aldborough [aged 51] and Anne Elizabeth Henniker Countess Aldborough were married. She by marriage Countess Aldborough. She brought a fortune of £50,000. He the son of John Stratford 1st Earl Aldborough and Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 81].
On 11th March 1796 [his mother] Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough [aged 90] died.
On 2nd January 1801 Edward Stratford 2nd Earl Aldborough [aged 65] died at Belan House. He was buried at St Thomas' Church, Dublin. His brother John [aged 61] succeeded 3rd Earl Aldborough, 3rd Viscount Aldborough of Belan in Kildare, 3rd Baron Baltinglass of Wicklow. Elizabeth Hamilton Countess Aldborough [aged 44] by marriage Countess Aldborough.
On 14th July 1802 [his former wife] Anne Elizabeth Henniker Countess Aldborough died.
GrandFather: Edward Stratford
Edward Stratford 2nd Earl Aldborough
Great x 1 Grandfather: Constantine Neale of New Ross
GrandFather: Venerable Benjamin O'Neale
Mother: Martha O'Neale Countess Aldborough
Great x 1 Grandfather: Colonel Joshua Paul
GrandMother: Hannah Paul