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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Paternal Family Tree: Browne
Matthew Browne was knighted by Robert Devereux 2nd Earl Essex at Cádiz.
Matthew Browne and Jane Vincent were married.
In 1563 Matthew Browne was born to [his father] Thomas Browne (age 28).
Before 1576 Matthew Browne (age 12) educated at Magdalen College, Oxford University.
In 1600 Matthew Browne (age 37) was appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Surrey.
In 1601 Matthew Browne (age 38) was elected MP Gatton.
On 1st August 1603 John Townshend (age 35) was killed in a duel on horseback with Matthew Browne (age 40) at Hounslow Heath [Map].
Matthew Browne died the following day.
[his son] Edward Browne was born to Matthew Browne and Jane Vincent.
[his son] Henry Browne was born to Matthew Browne and Jane Vincent.
[his son] Thomas Browne was born to Matthew Browne and Jane Vincent.
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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[his daughter] Jane Browne Lady Kemp was born to Matthew Browne and Jane Vincent. She married before 2nd February 1628 Robert Kemp 1st Baronet and had issue.
[his daughter] Mabel Browne was born to Matthew Browne and Jane Vincent.
[his son] Ambrose Browne 1st Baronet was born to Matthew Browne and Jane Vincent. He married before 1626 Elizabeth Adam Lady Browne and had issue.
Kings Wessex: Great x 17 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England
Kings Gwynedd: Great x 14 Grand Son of Owain "Great" King Gwynedd
Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 20 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth
Kings Powys: Great x 15 Grand Son of Maredudd ap Bleddyn King Powys
Kings England: Great x 10 Grand Son of King Henry III of England
Kings Scotland: Great x 16 Grand Son of King Duncan I of Scotland
Kings Franks: Great x 24 Grand Son of Charles "Charlemagne aka Great" King of the Franks King Lombardy Holy Roman Emperor
Kings France: Great x 18 Grand Son of Hugh I King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 21 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 3 Grandfather: Thomas Browne 
Great x 2 Grandfather: George Browne 6 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Thomas Fitzalan 
4 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England
Great x 3 Grandmother: Eleanor Fitzalan 5 x Great Grand Daughter of King Henry III of England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Joan Moyns
Great x 1 Grandfather: Matthew Browne 7 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Clement Paston 
Great x 3 Grandfather: William Paston
Great x 4 Grandmother: Beatrice Somerton
Great x 2 Grandmother: Elizabeth Paston
Great x 4 Grandfather: Edmund Barry
Great x 3 Grandmother: Agnes Barry
GrandFather: Henry Browne 8 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England
Great x 3 Grandfather: John Guildford
Great x 2 Grandfather: Richard Guildford
Great x 4 Grandfather: Richard Waller
Great x 3 Grandmother: Alice Waller
Great x 1 Grandmother: Frideswide Guildford
Great x 3 Grandfather: John Pympe
Great x 2 Grandmother: Ann Pympe
Great x 3 Grandmother: Philippe Thornbury
Father: Thomas Browne 9 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England
Matthew Browne 10 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England