Chronicle of Walter of Guisborough
A canon regular of the Augustinian Guisborough Priory, Yorkshire, formerly known as The Chronicle of Walter of Hemingburgh, describes the period from 1066 to 1346. Before 1274 the Chronicle is based on other works. Thereafter, the Chronicle is original, and a remarkable source for the events of the time. This book provides a translation of the Chronicle from that date. The Latin source for our translation is the 1849 work edited by Hans Claude Hamilton. Hamilton, in his preface, says: 'In the present work we behold perhaps one of the finest samples of our early chronicles, both as regards the value of the events recorded, and the correctness with which they are detailed; Nor will the pleasing style of composition be lightly passed over by those capable of seeing reflected from it the tokens of a vigorous and cultivated mind, and a favourable specimen of the learning and taste of the age in which it was framed.'
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Earl Shelburne in County Wexford is in Earl Shelburne in County Wexford.
In 5th June 1753 John Petty-Fitzmaurice 1st Earl Shelburne (age 47) was created 1st Earl Shelburne in County Wexford. Mary Fitzmaurice Countess Shelburne by marriage Countess Shelburne in County Wexford.
On 14th May 1761 John Petty-Fitzmaurice 1st Earl Shelburne (age 55) died. His son William (age 24) succeeded 2nd Earl Shelburne in County Wexford.
On 3rd February 1765 William Petty 1st Marquess Lansdowne (age 27) and Sophia Carteret Countess Shelburne (age 19) were married at Chapel Royal, St James's Palace. She by marriage Countess Shelburne in County Wexford. She the daughter of John Carteret 2nd Earl Granville and Sophia Fermor Countess Granville. He the son of John Petty-Fitzmaurice 1st Earl Shelburne and Mary Fitzmaurice Countess Shelburne.
After 5th January 1771 William Petty 1st Marquess Lansdowne (age 33) and Louisa Fitzpatrick Marchioness Lansdowne (age 16) were married. She by marriage Countess Shelburne in County Wexford. She the daughter of John Fitzpatrick 1st Earl Upper Ossory and Evelyn Leveson-Gower Countess Upper Ossory. He the son of John Petty-Fitzmaurice 1st Earl Shelburne and Mary Fitzmaurice Countess Shelburne.
On 7th May 1805 William Petty 1st Marquess Lansdowne (age 68) died. His son John (age 40) succeeded 2nd Marquess Lansdowne, 3rd Earl Shelburne in County Wexford and inherited Bowood House, Wiltshire [Map].
On 15th November 1809 John Petty 2nd Marquess Lansdowne (age 44) died. His half brother Henry (age 29) succeeded 3rd Marquess Lansdowne, 4th Earl Shelburne in County Wexford and inherited Bowood House, Wiltshire [Map]. Louisa Emma Fox-Strangways Marchioness of Lansdowne (age 24) by marriage Marchioness Lansdowne.
On 31st January 1863 Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice 3rd Marquess Lansdowne (age 82) died. His son Henry (age 47) succeeded 4th Marquess Lansdowne, 5th Earl Shelburne in County Wexford, 5th Earl Kerry. Emily Jane de Flahaut Marchioness Lansdowne (age 43) by marriage Marchioness Lansdowne.
On 5th July 1866 Henry Thomas Petty-Fitzmaurice 4th Marquess Lansdowne (age 50) died. His son Henry (age 21) succeeded 5th Marquess Lansdowne, 6th Earl Shelburne in County Wexford, 6th Earl Kerry.
On 3rd June 1927 Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice 5th Marquess Lansdowne (age 82) died. His son Henry (age 55) succeeded 6th Marquess Lansdowne, 7th Earl Shelburne in County Wexford, 7th Earl Kerry.
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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On 5th March 1936 Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice 6th Marquess of Lansdowne (age 64) died. His son Charles (age 19) succeeded 7th Marquess Lansdowne, 8th Earl Shelburne in County Wexford, 8th Earl Kerry.
On 30th August 1944 Charles Petty-Fitzmaurice 7th Marquess of Lansdowne (age 27) was killed in action. He was unmarried. His first cousin George (age 31) succeeded 8th Marquess Lansdowne, 9th Earl Shelburne in County Wexford, 9th Earl Kerry. His younger brother Lieutenant Edward Norman Petty-Fitzmaurice (deceased) had been killed nine days before.
On 25th August 1999 George Petty-Fitzmaurice 8th Marquess of Lansdowne (age 86) died. His son Charles (age 58) succeeded 9th Marquess Lansdowne, 10th Earl Shelburne in County Wexford, 10th Earl Kerry.