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: Godolphin
In 1562 [his father] Francis Godolphin [age 22] and [his mother] Margaret Killigrew [age 14] were married.
In 1567 William Godolphin was born to [his father] Francis Godolphin [age 27] and [his mother] Margaret Killigrew [age 19].
In 1585 William Godolphin [age 18] was educated at Emmanuel College, Cambridge University.
On 29th January 1587 William Godolphin [age 20] admitted at Lincoln's Inn.
In 1597 William Godolphin [age 30] was appointed Lieutenant Governor of the Scilly Isles.
In 1598 [his mother] Margaret Killigrew [age 50] died.
On 13th January 1599 William Godolphin [age 32] was knighted.
After 27th July 1600 [his father] Francis Godolphin [age 60] and [his step-mother] Alice Skirret [age 55] were married.
In 1604 William Godolphin [age 37] was elected MP Cornwall.
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 25th December 1605 [his son] Francis Godolphin was born to William Godolphin [age 38]. He married before 1640 his second cousin once removed Dorothy Berkeley and had issue.
In 1608 [his father] Francis Godolphin [age 68] died.
In 1608 William Godolphin [age 41] was appointed Governor of the Scilly Isles.
Before 15th January 1610 [his son] Sidney Godolphin was born to William Godolphin [age 43].
In 1613 William Godolphin [age 46] died.
[his son] William Godolphin was born to William Godolphin.
[his daughter] Penelope Godolphin Viscountess Fitzhardinge was born to William Godolphin. She married before 1628 her second cousin Charles Berkeley 2nd Viscount Fitzhardinge and had issue.
Great x 2 Grandfather: John Godolphin 
Great x 1 Grandfather: William Godolphin
GrandFather: Thomas Godolphin
Father: Francis Godolphin
GrandFather: John Killigrew 
Mother: Margaret Killigrew