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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Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster is in Duchy of LancasterDuchy of Lancaster.
On 3rd July 1442 William Tresham -1450William Tresham was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
1497 Cornish Rebellion1497 Cornish Rebellion
Around April 1497 Cornish rose in rebellion against taxes being raised by King Henry VII of England and Ireland 1457-1509King Henry VII of England and Ireland [aged 40] to support his wars against Scotland and against changes to the operation and privileges of the Cornish tin mining industry. The rebel army of 15,000 sought to replace Henry's ministers who they saw as responsible for the taxation: Cardinal John Morton 1420-1500Cardinal John Morton [aged 77] and Reginald Bray 1440-1503Reginald Bray [aged 57], the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. The army travelled from Cornwall through Devon and Somerset attempting, unsuccessfully, to recruit more men. At Wells, SomersetWells, Somerset [Map] they were joined by James Tuchet 7th Baron Audley, 4th Baron Tuchet 1463-1497James Tuchet 7th Baron Audley, 4th Baron Tuchet [aged 34] who took on command. The rebel army then travelled through History of SalisburySalisbury and Winchester, HampshireWinchester, Hampshire [Map].
When Henry became aware of the rebel army he diverted his main army led by Giles Daubeney 1st Baron Daubeney 1451-1508Giles Daubeney 1st Baron Daubeney [aged 46] to meet the rebels. Daubeny's army camped at Hounslow HeathHounslow Heath [Map] on 13th June 1497.
On 18th February 1504 Richard Empson 1450-1510Richard Empson [aged 54] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
Before 11th September 1504 John Mordaunt 1455-1504John Mordaunt [aged 48] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1510 Henry Marney 1st Baron Marney 1447-1523Henry Marney 1st Baron Marney [aged 63] was appointed 269th Knight of the GarterKnight of the Garter, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Lord Privy SealLord Privy Seal, Vice-Chamberlain of the HouseholdVice-Chamberlain of the Household, Warden of the StannariesWarden of the Stannaries and Captain of the Yeoman of the GuardCaptain of the Yeoman of the Guard by King Henry VIII of England and Ireland 1491-1547King Henry VIII of England and Ireland [aged 18].
In 1524 Richard Wingfield 1469-1525Richard Wingfield [aged 55] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1542 John Gage 1479-1556John Gage [aged 62] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1547 William Paget 1st Baron Paget Beaudasert 1506-1563William Paget 1st Baron Paget Beaudasert [aged 41] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1590 Thomas Heneage 1532-1595Thomas Heneage [aged 58] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1605 Thomas Parry 1541-1616Thomas Parry [aged 64] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
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 1664 Thomas Ingram 1614-1672Thomas Ingram [aged 49] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster which positin he held for life.
In 1672 Robert Carr 3rd Baronet 1637-1682Robert Carr 3rd Baronet [aged 35] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1710 William Berkeley 4th Baron Berkeley 1663-1741William Berkeley 4th Baron Berkeley [aged 46] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1727 John Manners 3rd Duke Rutland 1696-1779John Manners 3rd Duke Rutland [aged 30] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1803 Thomas Pelham 2nd Earl Chichester 1756-1826Thomas Pelham 2nd Earl Chichester [aged 46] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1850 George Howard 7th Earl Carlisle 1802-1864George Howard 7th Earl Carlisle [aged 47] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster which office he held until 1852.
In 1886 Edward Heneage 1st Baron Heneage 1840-1922Edward Heneage 1st Baron Heneage [aged 45] was appointed Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.