Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'
This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.
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Paternal Family Tree: Fletcher
In or before 1633 [his father] Henry Fletcher 1st Baronet (age 32) and [his mother] Catherine Dalston were married.
Around 1633 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet was born to [his father] Henry Fletcher 1st Baronet (age 33) and [his mother] Catherine Dalston.
In 1641 [his father] Henry Fletcher 1st Baronet (age 41) was created 1st Baronet Fletcher of Hutton le Forest in Cumberland.
On 24th September 1645 [his father] Henry Fletcher 1st Baronet (age 45) died. His son George (age 12) succeeded 2nd Baronet Fletcher of Hutton le Forest in Cumberland.
On 27th February 1654 or 27th February 1655 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 21) and Alice Hare were married. They had a son and three daughters.
In 1658 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 25) was elected MP Cumberland which seat he held until 1679.
In 1658 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 25) was appointed High Sheriff of Cumberland.
In April 1661 [his son] Henry Fletcher 3rd Baronet was born to George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 28) and [his wife] Alice Hare.
Before 1665 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 31) and Mary Johnstone Lady Fletcher were married. They had two sons and two daughters.
Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'
This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
Around 1666 [his son] George Fletcher was born to George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 33) and [his wife] Mary Johnstone Lady Fletcher.
In 1680 [his son-in-law] Lionel Vane (age 33) and [his daughter] Catherine Fletcher were married.
In 1680 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 47) was appointed High Sheriff of Cumberland.
In 1681 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 48) was elected MP Cumberland which seat he held until 1685.
In 1689 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 56) was elected MP Cumberland which seat he held until his death in 1700.
On 23rd July 1700 George Fletcher 2nd Baronet (age 67) died. His son Henry (age 39) succeeded 3rd Baronet Fletcher of Hutton le Forest in Cumberland.
[his daughter] Catherine Fletcher was born to George Fletcher 2nd Baronet and Alice Hare. She married 1680 Lionel Vane and had issue.
Great x 1 Grandfather: Thomas Fletcher
GrandFather: Richard Fletcher
Father: Henry Fletcher 1st Baronet
GrandFather: George Dalston
Mother: Catherine Dalston