Abbot John Whethamstede’s Chronicle of the Abbey of St Albans
Abbot John Whethamstede's Register aka Chronicle of his second term at the Abbey of St Albans, 1451-1461, is a remarkable text that describes his first-hand experience of the beginning of the Wars of the Roses including the First and Second Battles of St Albans, 1455 and 1461, respectively, their cause, and their consequences, not least on the Abbey itself. His text also includes Loveday, Blore Heath, Northampton, the Act of Accord, Wakefield, and Towton, and ends with the Coronation of King Edward IV. In addition to the events of the Wars of the Roses, Abbot John, or his scribes who wrote the Chronicle, include details in the life of the Abbey such as charters, letters, land exchanges, visits by legates, and disputes, which provide a rich insight into the day-to-day life of the Abbey, and the challenges faced by its Abbot.
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Church of St Michael and All Angels, Edenham
St Wulfram's Church, Grantham
Church of St Mary Magdalene, Ecton
Henry Cheere 1st Baronet is in Sculptors.
In 1703 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet was born to [his father] John Cheere in Clapham, Surrey.
After 26th July 1723. Church of St Michael and All Angels, Edenham [Map]. Monument to Robert Bertie 1st Duke Ancaster and Kesteven (deceased) sculpted by Peter Scheemakers (age 32) and Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 20). A Classical Period with Corinthian Capitals supporting open dentilated pediment with garland, urns and putti. Before the Aedicule a rounded Pedestal supports a marble image of the deceased attired as a Roman General.
After 1730 Louis Francois Roubiliac (age 27) worked as an assistant to Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 27).
Around 1734 Robert Taylor (age 20) was a pupil of Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 31).
Around 1750. Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 47). Design for a wall memorial. Pen and ink and watercolour.
Around 1750. Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 47). Design for a wall memorial. Pen and ink and watercolour.
1759. Monument to Dudley Ryder at St Wulfram's Church, Grantham [Map] sculpted by Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 56).
Dudley Ryder: In 1691 he was born to Richard Ryder of Hackney in Middlesex. In November 1733 Dudley Ryder and Anne Newnham were married. On 24th May 1756 Dudley Ryder died.
On 10th December 1760 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 57) was knighted.
After 28th January 1763. Monument to Ann Isted (deceased) at the Church of St Mary Magdalene, Ecton [Map] possibly sculpted Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 60).
Ann Isted: On 26th February 1683 she was born to Ambrose Isted and Sarah Feltham. On 28th January 1763 she died unmarried.
On 19th July 1766 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 63) was created 1st Baronet Cheere of St Margaret's in Westminster.
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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On 15th January 1781 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 78) died. His son William succeeded 2nd Baronet Cheere of St Margaret's in Westminster.
[his son] William Cheere 2nd Baronet was born to Henry Cheere 1st Baronet.