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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Biography of Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet 1643-1698

Paternal Family Tree: Crispe

On or after 25th January 1642, the date of the License, [his father] Ellis Crispe [aged 23] and [his mother] Anne Strode were married. They were uncle and niece.

In 1643 Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet was born to Ellis Crispe [aged 24] and Anne Strode. Coefficient of inbreeding 6.25%.

On 22nd August 1661 Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet [aged 18] matriculated at St John's College, Oxford University.

In August 1663 [his father] Ellis Crispe [aged 44] died.

On 26th February 1666 [his grandfather] Nicholas Crispe 1st Baronet [aged 67] died. He was buried at St Mildred's Church, Bread Street. His grandson Nicholas [aged 23] succeeded 2nd Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.

On 30th April 1674 Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet [aged 31] and Judith Adrian Lady Crispe were married. She by marriage Lady Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.

Around 1676 [his son] John Crispe 3rd Baronet was born to Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet [aged 33] and [his wife] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe. He married 5th November 1716 Elizabeth Sayer and had issue.

Around 1680 [his son] Charles Crispe 5th Baronet was born to Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet [aged 37] and [his wife] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe. He married before 2nd June 1718 his half first cousin once removed Anne Crispe.

In 1683 Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet [aged 40] sold the family estates at Hammersmith that had been commissioned by his grandfather Nicholas Crispe 1st Baronet.

Deeds of King Henry V

Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.

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In November 1698 Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet [aged 55] died. He was buried at St Mildred's Church, Bread Street. His son John [aged 22] succeeded 3rd Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.

Between 8th February 1699, the date of her will, and 2nd May 1700, the date her will was proved, [his former wife] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe died. She was buried with her husband at St Mildred's Church, Bread Street.