Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'

This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.

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Biography of Simon Pietersz Verelst 1644-1710

Simon Pietersz Verelst is in Painters.

In 1644 Simon Pietersz Verelst was born to [his father] Pieter Hermansz Verelst (age 26) at The Hague.

In 1678 [his father] Pieter Hermansz Verelst (age 60) died.

Around 1678 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 34). Portrait of Robert Kerr 1st Marquess Lothian (age 41).

Around 1680 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 36). Portrait of Nell Gwyn (age 29).

Around 1680 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 36). Portrait of Prince Rupert Palatinate Simmern 1st Duke Cumberland (age 60).

Around 1680 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 36). Portrait of Mary of Modena Queen Consort England Scotland and Ireland (age 21).

Before 14th November 1687 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 43). Portrait of Nell Gwyn (age 37).

Before 1710 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 65). Portrait of Mary Savile Countess Isle Thanet.

Deeds of King Henry V

Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.

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Before 1710 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 65). Portrait of Frances Wenman.

Frances Wenman: she was born to Thomas Wenman 2nd Viscount Wenman. In or before 1654 Richard Samwell of Upton and she were married. On 25th July 1677 Frances Wenman died.

Before 1710 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 65) (attributed). Portrait of Penelope Wenman.

Penelope Wenman: In 1596 she was born to Richard Wenman 1st Viscount Wenman and Agnes Fermor. Before 1634 John Dynham and she were married. On 25th January 1664 Penelope Wenman died.

Before 1710 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 65). Called Frances Hales Countess Fingall. Possibly Frances Hales Countess Fingall.

Frances Hales Countess Fingall: she was born to Edward Hales 3rd Baronet and Frances Windebank. Before 1695 John Bellew 2nd Baronet and she were married. After 7th September 1698 Peter Plunkett 4th Earl of Fingall and she were married. He the son of Luke Plunkett 3rd Earl of Fingall and Margaret Maccarthy Countess Fingall. On 6th August 1746 Frances Hales Countess Fingall died.

In 1710 Simon Pietersz Verelst (age 66) died.