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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Earl Torrington is in Earldoms of England Alphabetically.
Earl Torrington in Devon is also in Earldoms of England Chronologically, Extinct Earldoms of England.
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7th July 1660. George Monck 1st Duke Albemarle [aged 51] created. See 1660 July Creation of Peerages.
3rd January 1670. Son Christopher Monck 2nd Duke Albemarle [aged 16] succeeded.
6th October 1688. Christopher Monck 2nd Duke Albemarle extinct.
In July 1660 King Charles II of England Scotland and Ireland [aged 30] rewarded those who supported his Restoration...
2nd. Maurice Berkeley 3rd Viscount Fitzhardinge [aged 32] was created 1st Baronet Berkeley of Bruton in Somerset. Anne Lee Viscountess Fitzhardinge [aged 37] by marriage Lady Berkeley of Bruton in Somerset.
4th. Thomas Myddelton 1st Baronet [aged 35] was created 1st Baronet Myddelton of Chirk Castle.
6th. Varney Noel 1st Baronet was created 1st Baronet Noel.
7th. George Monck 1st Duke Albemarle [aged 51] was created 1st Duke Albemarle, 1st Earl Torrington in Devon. Anne Clarges Duchess Albermarle [aged 41] by marriage Duchess Albemarle.
12th. Robert Hales 1st Baronet [aged 50] was created 1st Baronet Hales of Beakesbourne in Kent.
12th. Edward Montagu 1st Earl Sandwich [aged 34] was created 1st Earl Sandwich. Jemima Crew Countess Sandwich [aged 35] by marriage Countess Sandwich.
14th. Elizabeth Feilding Countess Guildford was created 1st Countess Guildford by King Charles II of England Scotland and Ireland. The peerage for life.
18th. Samuel Morland 1st Baronet [aged 35] was created 1st Baronet Morland of Sulhamstead Banister. Susanne de Milleville Lady Morland by marriage Lady Morland of Sulhamstead Banister.
23rd. Henry Vernon 1st Baronet [aged 55] was created 1st Baronet Vernon of Hodnet in Shropshire.
23rd. John Aubrey 1st Baronet [aged 54] was created 1st Baronet Aubrey of Llantrithyd in Glamorganshire.
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On 3rd January 1670 George Monck 1st Duke Albemarle [aged 61] died. His son Christopher [aged 16] succeeded 2nd Duke Albemarle, 2nd Earl Torrington in Devon. Elizabeth "Mad Duchess" Cavendish Duchess Albermarle Duchess of Montagu [aged 15] by marriage Duchess Albemarle.
On 6th October 1688 Christopher Monck 2nd Duke Albemarle [aged 35] died in Jamaica. Duke Albemarle and Earl Torrington in Devon extinct.
Earl Torrington is also in Earldoms of England Chronologically, Extinct Earldoms of England.
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1st June 1689. Admiral Arthur Herbert 1st Earl Torrington [aged 41] created.
13th April 1716. Admiral Arthur Herbert 1st Earl Torrington extinct.
The London Gazette 2458. Whitehall, June 1 [1689].
His Majesty has been graciously pleased to Create the Right Honourable Arthur Herbert [aged 41] Esq; Admiral of Their Majesties Fleet, Earl of Torrington, and Baron Herbert of Torbay in the County of Devon. [The Barony of Herbert was possibly created with a special remainder to his brother Charles Herbert who predeceased him.]
On 13th April 1716 Admiral Arthur Herbert 1st Earl Torrington [aged 68] died. Earl Torrington, Baron Herbert of Torbay in Devon extinct.