Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall
The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall (Chronicon Anglicanum) is an indispensable medieval history that brings to life centuries of English and European affairs through the eyes of a learned Cistercian monk. Ralph of Coggeshall, abbot of the Abbey of Coggeshall in Essex in the early 13th century, continued and expanded his community’s chronicle, documenting events from the Norman Conquest of 1066 into the tumultuous reign of King Henry III. Blending eyewitness testimony, careful compilation, and the monastic commitment to record-keeping, this chronicle offers a rare narrative of political intrigue, royal power struggles, and social upheaval in England and beyond. Ralph’s work captures the reigns of pivotal figures such as Richard I and King John, providing invaluable insights into their characters, decisions, and the forces that shaped medieval rule. More than a simple annal, Chronicon Anglicanum conveys the texture of medieval life and governance, making it a rich source for scholars and readers fascinated by English history, monastic authorship, and the shaping of the medieval world.
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1861. 1861 Census Thornsett Rowarth. Rowarth, Derbyshire [Map]. Cottage.
Joseph Hyde (age 33). Head. 33. Cotton Bleacher. Hayfield, Derbyshire [Map].
Mary Ann m Hyde (age 33). Wife. 33. Marple, Cheshire [Map].
James Hyde (age 8). Son. 8. Thornsett, Derbyshire [Map].
Samuel Hyde (age 6). Son. 6. Thornsett, Derbyshire [Map].
Joseph Hyde: Around 1828 he was born at Hayfield, Derbyshire [Map]. In or before 1853 Joseph Hyde and Mary Ann m Hyde were married.
Mary Ann m Hyde: Around 1828 she was born at Marple, Cheshire [Map].
Samuel Hyde: Around 1855 he was born to Joseph Hyde and Mary Ann m Hyde.
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1861. 1861 Census Derbyshire Mellor District 2 Page 2. 8 Lee.
James Redford Farmer (age 37). Head. 31. Coal Miner.
Dinah m Redford (age 32). Wife. 32.
Mary Ellen Redford. Daughter. 3.
Hannah Redford (age 1). Daughter. 1.
John Clayton. Lodger. Cottonn Bleacher.
William Nightingale. Lodger. Cottonn Bleacher.
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1861. 1861 Census Derbyshire Mellor Cobden Edge Page 10. Cobden Edge [Map].
Charles Hadfield (age 42). Head. 43. Farmer 38 Acres.
Ann Hadfield. Wife. 42.
Anne Hadfield (age 15). Daughter. 14. Cotton Factory Worker.
John Hadfield (age 1). Son. 1
Thomas Hadfield (age 4). Son. 4.
Anne Hadfield: Around 1846 she was born to Charles Hadfield and Ann Goodwin.
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1861. 1861 Census Staffordshire Ellastone. Ellastone, Staffordshire.
Robert Oakes (age 43). Head. 43.
Margaret Oakes. Wife. 44.
George Oakes (age 18). Son. 18.
Elizabeth Oakes (age 9). Daughter. 9.
Ellen Oakes (age 7). Daughter. 7.
William Oakes. Uncle. 67.
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1861. 1861 Census Surrey Lingfield District 12. Wells Bottom.
William Wood (age 53). Head. 53. Agricultural Labourer.
Eliza m Wood (age 46). Wife. 46.
Caroline Wood. Daughter. 6.
1861. 1861 Census Derbyshire Marple Page 33. Barnesfold.
John Hadfield (age 82). Head. Widower. 83. Farmer of 9 acres of land.
John Pott. Lodger. Married. 55. Farm labourer.
Ann Pott. Wife. Married. 52. Labourers wife.
Mary Pott. Daughter. Unmarried. 17. Cotton Weaver.
1861. 1861 Census Yorkshire Sowerby Bridge. 108 West End, Sowerby Bridge.
Sarah Whitworth (age 49). Head. Widow. 49. Washerwoman. Soyland?
John Bottomley (age 20). Son. Unmarried. 20. Engine Mechanic. Sowerby Bridge [Map].
William H Bottomley (age 17). Son. Unmarried. 17. Sailor. Ditto.
Frederick Bottomley (age 14). Son. Unmarried. 14. Woolen? Ditto.
Mary Hannah Bottomley (age 11). Daughter. 11. Worsted Spinner. Ditto.
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Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall
The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall (Chronicon Anglicanum) is an indispensable medieval history that brings to life centuries of English and European affairs through the eyes of a learned Cistercian monk. Ralph of Coggeshall, abbot of the Abbey of Coggeshall in Essex in the early 13th century, continued and expanded his community’s chronicle, documenting events from the Norman Conquest of 1066 into the tumultuous reign of King Henry III. Blending eyewitness testimony, careful compilation, and the monastic commitment to record-keeping, this chronicle offers a rare narrative of political intrigue, royal power struggles, and social upheaval in England and beyond. Ralph’s work captures the reigns of pivotal figures such as Richard I and King John, providing invaluable insights into their characters, decisions, and the forces that shaped medieval rule. More than a simple annal, Chronicon Anglicanum conveys the texture of medieval life and governance, making it a rich source for scholars and readers fascinated by English history, monastic authorship, and the shaping of the medieval world.
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1861. 1861 Census Leeds. 31 Potter Street, Hunslet.
Isabella Richardson (age 41). Wife. Married. 41. Beeston, Leeds.
William Oxley (age 18). Son. 18. Pupil Teacher. Ditto.
Martha Elizabeth Oxley (age 15). Daughter. 15. Millhand. Ditto.
John Oxley (age 13). Son. 13. Errand Boy. Ditto.
Henry Oxley (age 8). Son. 8. Scholar. Ditto.
Isabella Richardson: On or before 30th May 1819 she was born to William Richardson. She was baptised on 30th May 1819 at Beeston, Leeds. On 23rd March 1840 John Francis Oxley and she were married. He a Cloth-dresser. Both resident at Woodhouse. His father's name Henry Oxley. He a Cloth-dresser. Her father's name William Richardson.
William Oxley: Around 1843 he was born to John Francis Oxley and Isabella Richardson.
Martha Elizabeth Oxley: Around 1846 she was born to John Francis Oxley and Isabella Richardson.
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1861. 1861 Census Cheshire Hyde Newton District 1. Castle Street, Newton.
William Smith (age 48). Head. 48.
Martha m William Smith. Wife. 44.
Sophia Smith (age 17). Daughter. 18.
William Smith: Around 1813 he was born. In or before 1839 he and Martha m William Smith were married. Around 1875 he died.
1861. 1861 Census Cheshire Hollingworth District 12 Page 28. Hollingworth, Cheshire [Map].
John Jackson. Head. 26.
Mary Chadwick. Wife. 27.
George Chadwick (age 21). Brother-in-law. 21.