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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Count Dreux is in Counts of France.
In 1137 Robert "Great" Capet I Count Dreux (age 14) was created I Count Dreux.
In 1139 Robert "Great" Capet I Count Dreux (age 16) and Agnes Garlande Countess Dreux (age 22) were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of Louis VI King of the Franks and Adelaide Savoy Queen Consort France.
In 1145 Robert "Great" Capet I Count Dreux (age 22) and Hawise Salisbury Countess Dreux (age 27) were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of Louis VI King of the Franks and Adelaide Savoy Queen Consort France.
In 1152 Robert "Great" Capet I Count Dreux (age 29) and Agnes Baudemont Countess Dreux (age 22) were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of Louis VI King of the Franks and Adelaide Savoy Queen Consort France.
In 1178 Robert Capet II Count Dreux (age 24) and Mahaut Burgundy Countess Dreux were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of Robert "Great" Capet I Count Dreux (age 55) and Agnes Baudemont Countess Dreux (age 48).
After 1181 Robert Capet II Count Dreux (age 27) and Yolande Coucy Countess Dreux (age 17) were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of Robert "Great" Capet I Count Dreux (age 58) and Agnes Baudemont Countess Dreux (age 51). They were third cousin once removed.
On 11th October 1188 Robert "Great" Capet I Count Dreux (age 65) died. His son Robert (age 34) succeeded II Count Dreux.
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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In or before 1212 Robert Capet III Count Dreux (age 26) and Aénor de Saint-Valéry (age 19) were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of Robert Capet II Count Dreux (age 57) and Yolande Coucy Countess Dreux (age 47). They were fourth cousin once removed.
On 28th December 1218 Robert Capet II Count Dreux (age 64) died. His son Robert (age 33) succeeded III Count Dreux.
In 1234 Robert Capet III Count Dreux (age 49) died. His son John (age 19) succeeded I Count Dreux.
In 1240 John Capet I Count Dreux (age 25) and Marie Dampierre Countess Dreux were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of Robert Capet III Count Dreux and Aénor de Saint-Valéry (age 48).
In 1249 John Capet I Count Dreux (age 34) died. His son Robert succeeded IV Count Dreux.
In 1309 John "Good" Capet (age 44) died. His son Robert (age 16) succeeded V Count Dreux.
On 22nd March 1329 Robert Capet V Count Dreux (age 36) died. His brother John (age 34) succeeded III Count Dreux.
In 1331 John Capet III Count Dreux (age 36) died. His brother Peter (age 33) succeeded I Count Dreux.
On 3rd November 1345 Peter Capet I Count Dreux (age 47) died. His half sister Joan (age 36) succeeded I Countess Dreux.
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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Robert Capet IV Count Dreux and Beatrice Montfort Countess Dreux were married. She by marriage Countess Dreux. He the son of John Capet I Count Dreux and Marie Dampierre Countess Dreux.