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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: Palmer of Carlton
Before 12th June 1655 [his father] Lewis Palmer 2nd Baronet 1630-1713 (age 25) and [his mother] Jane Palmer Lady Palmer were married.
On 12th June 1655 Geoffrey Palmer 3rd Baronet was born to [his father] Lewis Palmer 2nd Baronet 1630-1713 (age 25) and [his mother] Jane Palmer Lady Palmer. In 1672 he was admitted to Trinity College, Cambridge University [Map].
On 5th May 1670 [his grandfather] Geoffrey Palmer 1st Baronet (age 72) died. His son [his father] Lewis (age 40) succeeded 2nd Baronet Palmer of Carlton in Northampton. [his mother] Jane Palmer Lady Palmer by marriage Lady Palmer of Carlton in Northampton.
On 2nd February 1681 Geoffrey Palmer 3rd Baronet (age 25) and Elizabeth Grantham Lady Palmer (age 17) were married.
On 11th February 1701 [his mother] Jane Palmer Lady Palmer died.
In 1708 Geoffrey Palmer 3rd Baronet (age 52) was elected MP Grantham.
In 1710 Geoffrey Palmer 3rd Baronet (age 54) was elected MP Leicestershire.
In 1713 [his father] Lewis Palmer 2nd Baronet 1630-1713 (age 83) died. His son Geoffrey (age 57) succeeded 3rd Baronet Palmer of Carlton in Northampton. [his wife] Elizabeth Grantham Lady Palmer (age 49) by marriage Lady Palmer of Carlton in Northampton.
On 5th August 1714 Geoffrey Palmer 3rd Baronet (age 59) was elected MP Leicestershire at a by-election.
On 29th December 1732 Geoffrey Palmer 3rd Baronet (age 77) died without issue. His nephew Thomas (age 30) succeeded 4th Baronet Palmer of Carlton in Northampton.
On 22nd March 1740 [his former wife] Elizabeth Grantham Lady Palmer (age 76) died.
Great x 2 Grandfather: Geoffrey Palmer 
Great x 1 Grandfather: Thomas Palmer of Carlton
GrandFather: Geoffrey Palmer 1st Baronet 
GrandFather: Robert Palmer of Carlton Scroop in Lincolnshire
Mother: Jane Palmer Lady Palmer