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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Adrien Carpentiers is in Painters.
Around 1713 Adrien Carpentiers was born.
After 1739 Adrien Carpentiers (age 26) was aquainted with Louis Francois Roubiliac (age 36).
In 1745 Adrien Carpentiers (age 32). Portrait of Thomas Rowney of Dean Farm, Oxfordshire (age 52).
In 1745 Adrien Carpentiers (age 32). Portrait of Philip Herbert.
Philip Herbert: Around he was born to James Herbert and Maria Hallet. On 22nd July 1749 Philip Herbert died.
In 1745 Adrien Carpentiers (age 32). Portrait of Humphry Sibtorpe Botanist (age 32).
Humphry Sibtorpe Botanist: The plant Sibthorpia is named after Humphry Sibtorpe Botanist. In 1713 he was born to John Sibthorpe of St Marks Lincoln and Mary Browne. Probably named after his mother's father. In 1747 he was appointed Sherardian Professor of Botany which he held until 1783. He is known for having taught one course for thirty-seven years. In 1797 he died.
In 1745 Adrien Carpentiers (age 32). Portrait of Richard "Beau King of Bath" Nash (age 70).
Richard "Beau King of Bath" Nash: On 18th October 1674 he was born to Richard Nash in Swansea. On 12th February 1761 he died in Bath, Somerset [Map]. He was buried in Bath Abbey [Map].
In 1762 Adrien Carpentiers (age 49). Portrait of Henry Bilson Legge 2nd Baron Stawell (age 5) as a boy.
Henry Bilson Legge 2nd Baron Stawell: In 1757 he was born to Henry Bilson Legge and Mary Stawell 1st Baroness Stawell. In 1779 Henry Bilson Legge 2nd Baron Stawell and Mary Curzon Baroness Stawell were married. On 29th July 1780 Mary Stawell 1st Baroness Stawell died. Her son Henry succeeded 2nd Baron Stawell of Somerton in Somerset. Mary Curzon Baroness Stawell by marriage Baroness Stawell of Somerton in Somerset. In 1820 Henry Bilson Legge 2nd Baron Stawell died. Baron Stawell of Somerton in Somerset extinct.
In 1762 Adrien Carpentiers (age 49). Portrait of Louis Francois Roubiliac (age 59).
In 1778 Adrien Carpentiers (age 65) died.