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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Summary
1798. John Knightley 1st Baronet [aged 51] created.
29th January 1812. Nephew Charles Knightley 2nd Baronet [aged 30] succeeded.
30th August 1864. Son Rainald Knightley 1st Baron Knightley [aged 44] succeeded.
19th December 1895. First Cousin Valentine Knightley 4th Baronet [aged 83] succeeded.
28th April 1898. Nephew Charles Valentine Knightley 5th Baronet [aged 44] succeeded.
20th March 1932. Brother Henry Francis Knightley 6th Baronet [aged 77] succeeded.
1938. Henry Francis Knightley 6th Baronet extinct.
In 1798 John Knightley 1st Baronet [aged 51] was created 1st Baronet Knightley of Fawsley.
On 29th January 1812 John Knightley 1st Baronet [aged 65] died. His nephew Charles [aged 30] succeeded 2nd Baronet Knightley of Fawsley.
On 24th August 1813 Charles Knightley 2nd Baronet [aged 32] and Selina Mary Hervey Lady Knightley were married. She by marriage Lady Knightley of Fawsley.
On 30th August 1864 Charles Knightley 2nd Baronet [aged 83] died. His son Rainald [aged 44] succeeded 3rd Baronet Knightley of Fawsley.
On 19th December 1895 Rainald Knightley 1st Baron Knightley [aged 76] died without issue. Baron Knightley of Fawsley in Northamptonshire extinct. His first cousin Valentine [aged 83] succeeded 4th Baronet Knightley of Fawsley.
On 28th April 1898 Valentine Knightley 4th Baronet [aged 85] died. His nephew Charles [aged 44] succeeded 5th Baronet Knightley of Fawsley.
On 20th March 1932 Charles Valentine Knightley 5th Baronet [aged 78] died without issue. His brother Henry [aged 77] succeeded 6th Baronet Knightley of Fawsley.
In 1938 Henry Francis Knightley 6th Baronet [aged 83] died without issue. Baronet Knightley of Fawsley extinct.