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 1750 Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond was born to John Palmer of Palmer House Great Torrington Devon and Mary Reynolds [aged 33].
In 1753 [her future husband] Murrough O'Brien 1st Marquess Thomond [aged 27] and Mary O'Brien 3rd Countess Orkney and Inchquin [aged 32] were married. She the daughter of William O'Brien 4th Earl Inchiquin [aged 53] and Anne Hamilton 2nd Countess Orkney and Inchiquin. They were first cousins.
On 25th July 1792 Murrough O'Brien 1st Marquess Thomond [aged 66] and Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond [aged 42] were married. The difference in their ages was 24 years.
On 23rd August 1792 [her uncle] Joshua Reynolds [aged 69] died at his home in Leicester Fields. He was buried in St Paul's Cathedral [Map]. He bequesthed his niece Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond [aged 42] £100,000 in his will.
On 27th May 1794 [her mother] Mary Reynolds [aged 78] died.
Around 1800. Thomas Phillips [aged 29]. Portrait of Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond [aged 50].
After 1800. Thomas Lawrence [aged 30]. Portrait of Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond [aged 50].
In December 1800 King George III of Great Britain and Ireland [aged 62] created a number of peers who supported the Act of Union...
On 21st December 1800 Charles Stanley Monck 1st Viscount Monck [aged 46] was created 1st Viscount Monck.
On 29th December 1800....
[her husband] Murrough O'Brien 1st Marquess Thomond [aged 74] was created 1st Marquess Thomond. Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond [aged 50] by marriage Marchioness Thomond.
Charles Tottenham aka Loftus 1st Marquess Ely [aged 62] was created 1st Marquess Ely in County Wexford. Jane Myhill Marchioness Ely by marriage Marchioness Ely in County Wexford.
James Alexander 1st Earl Caledon [aged 70] was created 1st Earl Caledon in County Tyrone.
On 10th February 1808 [her husband] Murrough O'Brien 1st Marquess Thomond [aged 82] died. His nephew William [aged 43] succeeded 2nd Marquess Thomond, 6th Earl Inchiquin. Rebecca Trotter Marchioness Thomond [aged 33] by marriage Marchioness Thomond.
On 7th September 1820 Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond [aged 70] died.
[her father] John Palmer of Palmer House Great Torrington Devon and [her mother] Mary Reynolds were married.
Father: John Palmer of Palmer House Great Torrington Devon 
Mary Palmer Marchioness Thomond
GrandFather: Samuel Reynolds
Mother: Mary Reynolds