The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel Volume 1 Chapters 1-60 1307-1342
The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel offer one of the most vivid and immediate accounts of 14th-century Europe, written by a knight who lived through the events he describes, and experienced some of them first hand. Covering the early decades of the Hundred Years’ War, this remarkable chronicle follows the campaigns of Edward III of England, the politics of France and the Low Countries, and the shifting alliances that shaped medieval warfare. Unlike later historians, Jean le Bel writes with a strong sense of eyewitness authenticity, drawing on personal experience and the testimony of fellow soldiers. His narrative captures not only battles and sieges, but also the realities of military life, diplomacy, and the ideals of chivalry that governed noble society. A key source for Jean Froissart, Le Bel’s chronicle stands on its own as a compelling and insightful work, at once historical record and literary achievement. This translation builds on the 1905 edition published in French by Jules Viard, adding extensive translations from other sources Rymer's Fœdera, the Chronicles of Adam Murimuth, William Nangis, Walter of Guisborough, a Bourgeois of Valenciennes, Geoffrey le Baker of Swinbroke and Richard Lescot to enrich the original text and Viard's notes.
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Paternal Family Tree: Beamount Sarthe
Around 1170 Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland was born to Richard Beaumont Sarthe I Viscount [aged 35] and Lucie Aigle Viscountess. She a great granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England.
In December 1174 [her future husband] King William I of Scotland [aged 31], imprisoned at Falaise Castle [Map], signed the Treaty of Falaise by which he agreed King Henry "Curtmantle" II of England [aged 41] was overlord of Scotland. He also agreed to marry a bride of Henry's choosing. He married Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 4] twelve years later.
Simon Senlis 7th Earl Huntingdon 6th Earl of Northampton [aged 36] succeeded 7th Earl Huntingdon, 6th Earl of Northampton.
On 5th September 1186 King William I of Scotland [aged 43] and Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 16] were married at Woodstock Palace, Oxfordshire [Map] by Archbishop Baldwin of Forde [aged 61]. She by marriage Queen Consort Scotland at Woodstock Palace, Oxfordshire [Map]. His bride had been chosen by King Henry "Curtmantle" II of England [aged 53] as part of the Treaty of Falaise. William received Edinburgh Castle [Map] as a wedding gift from King Henry "Curtmantle" II of England. The difference in their ages was 27 years. He the son of Henry Dunkeld 3rd Earl Huntingdon 1st Earl of Northumbria and Ada Warenne Countess Huntingdon and Northumbria. They were half fourth cousins. She a great granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England.
Around 1176 [her grandfather] Roscelin Beaumont Sarthe 7th Viscount Beaumont died. His son [her father] Richard [aged 41] succeeded I Viscount of Beaumont le Vicomte. Viscount Beaumont extinct.
In 1193 [her daughter] Margaret Dunkeld Countess Kent was born to [her husband] King William I of Scotland [aged 50] and Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 23]. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England. She married 1236 Hubert de Burgh Count Mortain 1st Earl Kent and had issue.
Before 1194 [her brother-in-law] David Dunkeld 8th Earl Huntingdon [aged 41] and Matilda Gernon Countess Huntingdon [aged 22] were married. She by marriage Countess Huntingdon. She the daughter of Hugh de Kevelioc Gernon 5th Earl Chester and Bertrade Montfort Countess Chester. He the son of Henry Dunkeld 3rd Earl Huntingdon 1st Earl of Northumbria and Ada Warenne Countess Huntingdon and Northumbria. They were half fourth cousin once removed. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England.
In 1195 [her daughter] Isabella Dunkeld Countess Norfolk was born to [her husband] King William I of Scotland [aged 52] and Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 25]. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England. She married May 1225 her half second cousin twice removed Roger Bigod 4th Earl Norfolk, son of Hugh Bigod 3rd Earl Norfolk and Maud Marshal Countess Norfolk and Surrey.
On 24th August 1198 [her son] King Alexander II of Scotland was born to [her husband] King William I of Scotland [aged 55] and Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 28] at Haddington, Haddingtonshire. He a great x 2 grandson of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England. He married (1) 21st June 1221 his half third cousin Joan Plantagenet Queen of Scotland, daughter of King John of England and Isabella of Angoulême Queen Consort England (2) 1239 his third cousin once removed Marie Coucy and had issue.
After 1199 [her father] Richard Beaumont Sarthe I Viscount [deceased] died.
In 1200 [her daughter] Marjorie Dunkeld Countess Pembroke was born to [her husband] King William I of Scotland [aged 57] and Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 30]. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England. She married 1st August 1235 her half second cousin once removed Gilbert Marshal 4th Earl Pembroke, son of William Marshal 1st Earl Pembroke and Isabel Clare Countess Pembroke.
In 1201 [her sister-in-law] Margaret Dunkeld Duchess Brittany [aged 56] died.
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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In 1206 [her sister-in-law] Ada Dunkeld Countess Holland [aged 67] died.
On 4th December 1214 [her husband] King William I of Scotland [aged 71] died at Stirling [Map]. He was buried at Arbroath Abbey. His son Alexander [aged 16] succeeded II King Scotland.
On 21st June 1221 King Alexander II of Scotland [aged 22] and Joan Plantagenet Queen of Scotland [aged 10] were married at York Minster [Map]. She by marriage Queen Consort Scotland. She the daughter of King John of England and Isabella of Angoulême Queen Consort England [aged 33]. He the son of King William I of Scotland and Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 51]. They were half third cousins. He a great x 2 grandson of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England.
Around May 1225 [her son-in-law] Roger Bigod 4th Earl Norfolk [aged 16] and Isabella Dunkeld Countess Norfolk [aged 30] were married. She by marriage Countess Norfolk. She the daughter of King William I of Scotland and Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 55]. He the son of Hugh Bigod 3rd Earl Norfolk and Maud Marshal Countess Norfolk and Surrey [aged 31]. They were half second cousin twice removed. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England.
On 12th February 1233 Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland [aged 63] died. She was buried at Balmerino Abbey. Her brother Raoul [aged 61] succeeded I Viscount of Beaumont le Vicomte.
[her father] Richard Beaumont Sarthe I Viscount and [her mother] Lucie Aigle Viscountess were married. She by marriage Viscountess of Beaumont le Vicomte.
Kings Wessex: Great x 9 Grand Daughter of King Alfred "The Great" of Wessex
Kings England: Great Grand Daughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Kings France: Great x 5 Grand Daughter of Hugh I King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 9 Grand Daughter of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 4 Grandfather: Raoul Beaumont Sarthe 3rd Viscount Beaumont
Great x 3 Grandfather: Raoul Beaumont Sarthe 4th Viscount Beaumont
Great x 2 Grandfather: Hubert Beaumont Sarthe 5th Viscount Beaumont
Great x 1 Grandfather: Raoul Beaumont Sarthe 6th Viscount Beaumont
GrandFather: Roscelin Beaumont Sarthe 7th Viscount Beaumont
Father: Richard Beaumont Sarthe I Viscount Grand Son of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Richard "Good" Normandy II Duke Normandy 
Great x 3 Grandfather: Robert "Magnificent" Normandy I Duke Normandy 8 x Great Grand Son of Charles "Charlemagne aka Great" King of the Franks King Lombardy Holy Roman Emperor
Great x 4 Grandmother: Judith Penthièvre Duchess Normandy 7 x Great Grand Daughter of Charles "Charlemagne aka Great" King of the Franks King Lombardy Holy Roman Emperor
Great x 2 Grandfather: King William "Conqueror" I of England -2 x Great Grand Son of King William "Conqueror" I of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Father of Beatrix and Herleva
Great x 3 Grandmother: Herleva of Falaise
Great x 1 Grandfather: King Henry I "Beauclerc" England Son of King William "Conqueror" I of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Baldwin "Bearded" IV Count Flanders 3 x Great Grand Son of King Alfred "The Great" of Wessex
Great x 3 Grandfather: Baldwin "The Good" V Count Flanders 4 x Great Grand Son of King Alfred "The Great" of Wessex
Great x 4 Grandmother: Ogive Luxemburg Countess Flanders
Great x 2 Grandmother: Matilda Flanders Queen Consort England Great Grand Daughter of Hugh I King of the Franks
Great x 4 Grandfather: Robert "Pious" II King of the Franks 
Son of Hugh I King of the Franks
Great x 3 Grandmother: Adela Capet Duchess Normandy Grand Daughter of Hugh I King of the Franks
Great x 4 Grandmother: Constance Arles Queen Consort France
GrandMother: Constance Fitzroy Viscountess Beaumont Daughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Ermengarde Beaumont Sarthe Queen Consort Scotland Great Grand Daughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Mother: Lucie Aigle Viscountess