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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Eleanor "Nellie" Souray Viscountess Torrington is in Actors.
In 1880 Eleanor "Nellie" Souray Viscountess Torrington was born.
On 20th October 1889 George Stanley Byng 8th Viscount Torrington (age 48) died. His son [her future husband] George (age 3) succeeded 9th Viscount Torrington.
After 1900. Bassano Ltd. Photograph of Eleanor "Nellie" Souray Viscountess Torrington (age 20)
After 1900. Bassano Ltd. Photograph of Eleanor "Nellie" Souray Viscountess Torrington (age 20)
In 1910 George Master Byng 9th Viscount Torrington (age 23) and Eleanor "Nellie" Souray Viscountess Torrington (age 30) were married at the British Embassy in Paris. She by marriage Viscountess Torrington. They had met three days earlier.
Daily News 1910 Dec 06. TORRINGTON MARRIAGE.
The marriage of [her husband] Lord Torrington (age 24) and Miss Eleanor Souray (age 30), the actress, apparently came as a great surprise; to those 'tiresome busybodies' who always exhibit annoyance if they are not consulted in these matters by "the high contracting parties." They were married at the church of the British Embassy in Paris, and the event was a chapter in what may fairly be called a turf romance.
For some time Miss Souray had been an enthusiastic sportswoman. At Epsom she had — and as Lady Torrington still retains — a stable of about fifteen horses in training by Mr. E. G. Goby at Epsom. One of these is called Darrara. This animal she entered for one of the principal events, at the Ostend race meeting of a couple of months ago, and the owner herself went over to the Belgian resort. In the paddock she learn that the favorite for the race in which Darrara was to run was Lord Torrington's Abelard II. Her own horse stood at 19 to 1 against. Abelard II, however, was not in his top form, whereas Darrara was in the pink of condition. None the less, it was a great surprise, even to the owner, to see Darrara sweep past the favorite, and come in a comparatively easy winner.
When the owner of Abelard II. had recovered from his astonishment; he entered the paddock to find and congratulate the owner of Darrara. In a more formal way than when he first made her acquaintance, Lord Torrington was introduced to Miss Souray. They had a long talk; mainly about racing and motoring, and the following day they went out for a long motor ride together. Lord Torrington discovered his companion was a British sportswoman, and that they had many tastes in common, and lost no time in making her Viscountess Torrington. Voila tout.
Abelard II, who thus unconsciously was instrumental in bringing about the romantic match, ran in the Cambridgeshire.
The new Lady Torrington was one of the tallest actresses of the London stage. Her height, nearly approaches 6 feet. She made her first appearance about twelve years ago, and later played in "School for Scandal", "The Rivals," and "Letty" in which latter production she achieved considerable success as Hilda Gunning, Miss Violet Vanbrugh taking the same part. Then Miss Souray, who acted under her real name, took to musical comedy. In "The Girl from Kay's" and "The Blue Moon" she was an acceptable member of the cast. — The "Indian Field."
In 1921 George Master Byng 9th Viscount Torrington (age 34) and Eleanor "Nellie" Souray Viscountess Torrington (age 41) were divorced.
On 1st September 1923 [her former husband] George Master Byng 9th Viscount Torrington (age 36) and Norah Elizabeth Wood-Pottle Viscountess Torrington were married. She by marriage Viscountess Torrington.
On 8th December 1931 Eleanor "Nellie" Souray Viscountess Torrington (age 51) 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 24th April 1944 [her former husband] George Master Byng 9th Viscount Torrington (age 57) died. He was buried at Buckfast Abbey, Devon [Map]. His first cousin Arthur (age 67) succeeded 10th Viscount Torrington.