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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Monuments to the Halford Family in St Mary's Church, Edith Weston, Rutlandshire [Map].
On 25th January 1733 Gilbert Heathcote 1st Baronet [aged 81] died. His son John [aged 44] succeeded 2nd Baronet Heathcote of London. Monument in St Mary's Church, Edith Weston, Rutlandshire [Map]. Sculpted by John Michael Rysbrack [aged 38].
Gilbert Heathcote 1st Baronet: On 2nd January 1652 he was born to Gilbert Heathcote and Ann Dickens at Chesterfield, Derbyshire [Map]. In 1711 Gilbert Heathcote 1st Baronet was elected Lord Mayor of London. On 17th January 1733 Gilbert Heathcote 1st Baronet was created 1st Baronet Heathcote of London.
John Heathcote 2nd Baronet: In 1689 he was born to Gilbert Heathcote 1st Baronet. In 1720 John Heathcote 2nd Baronet and Bridget White Lady Heathcote were married. She by marriage Lady Heathcote of London. On 9th February 1733 he was appointed MP Bodmin.
On 6th September 1759 John Heathcote 2nd Baronet [aged 70] died. His son Gilbert [aged 39] succeeded 3rd Baronet Heathcote of London. Margaret Yorke Lady Heathcote [aged 26] by marriage Lady Heathcote of London. Monument in St Mary's Church, Edith Weston, Rutlandshire [Map].
Gilbert Heathcote 3rd Baronet: After 1720 he was born to John Heathcote 2nd Baronet. On 22nd June 1749 Gilbert Heathcote 3rd Baronet and Margaret Yorke Lady Heathcote were married. She the daughter of Philip Yorke 1st Earl of Hardwicke and Margaret Cocks Countess Hardwicke. In 1770 Gilbert Heathcote 3rd Baronet and Elizabeth Hudson Lady Heathcote were married. She by marriage Lady Heathcote of London. The difference in their ages was 34 years.
Margaret Yorke Lady Heathcote: On 23rd March 1733 she was born to Philip Yorke 1st Earl of Hardwicke and Margaret Cocks Countess Hardwicke.
On 19th August 1769 Margaret Yorke Lady Heathcote [aged 36] died. On 5th May 1772 Bridget White Lady Heathcote [aged 64] died. Monument to in St Mary's Church, Edith Weston, Rutlandshire [Map].
Bridget White Lady Heathcote: In 1705 she was born to Thomas White of Walling Wells in Nottinghamshire.
On 2nd November 1785 Gilbert Heathcote 3rd Baronet [aged 65] died. His son Gilbert [aged 12] succeeded 4th Baronet Heathcote of London. Monument St Mary's Church, Edith Weston, Rutlandshire [Map].