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 1398 David Lindsay 1st Earl Crawford [aged 38] was created 1st Earl Crawford by King Robert II of Scotland (his wife's father) who also gave him Crawford Castle, Crawford. Elizabeth Stewart Countess Crawford [aged 36] by marriage Countess Crawford.
In 1407 David Lindsay 1st Earl Crawford [aged 47] died in Finavon Castle, Milton of Finavon, Forfar. His son Alexander succeeded 2nd Earl Crawford.
In 1439 Alexander Lindsay 2nd Earl Crawford died. His son David [aged 34] succeeded 3rd Earl Crawford.
On 24th January 1445 the Battle of Arbroath was fought between Clan Lindsay and Clans Ogilvy, Gordon, Oliphant, Seton and Forbes. David Lindsay 3rd Earl Crawford [aged 40] was killed when attempting to prevent the battle by riding between the two armies in an attempt to call a truce. Unfortunately a member of the Clan Ogilvy, thinking the Earl was attacked threw his spear at the Earl, hitting him in the mouth, killing him instantly. Clan Lindsay victorious. His son Alexander [aged 22] succeeded 4th Earl Crawford. Margaret Dunbar Countess Crawford [aged 20] by marriage Countess Crawford.
In 1453 Alexander Lindsay 4th Earl Crawford [aged 30] died. His son David [aged 13] succeeded 5th Earl Crawford.
In 1459 David Lindsay 1st Duke Montrose [aged 19] and Elizabeth Hamilton Duchess Montrose [aged 17] were married. She by marriage Countess Crawford. She the daughter of James Hamilton 1st Lord Hamilton [aged 44] and Euphemia Graham Lady Hamilton [aged 51]. He the son of Alexander Lindsay 4th Earl Crawford and Margaret Dunbar Countess Crawford [aged 34]. They were half third cousin once removed.
On 25th December 1495 David Lindsay 1st Duke Montrose [aged 55] died. Duke Montrose had been granted for life only and was, therefore, extinct. His son John succeeded 6th Earl Crawford.
In 1513 John Lindsay 6th Earl Crawford [aged 18] died. His uncle Alexander [aged 72] succeeded 7th Earl Crawford.
In 1517 Alexander Lindsay 7th Earl Crawford [aged 76] died. His son David succeeded 8th Earl Crawford.
In 1526 David Lindsay 8th Earl Crawford and Isobel Lundie Countess Crawford and Rothes [aged 24] were married. She by marriage Countess Crawford. He the son of Alexander Lindsay 7th Earl Crawford.
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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On 27th November 1542 David Lindsay 8th Earl Crawford died. His second cousin once removed David [aged 39] succeeded 9th Earl Crawford.
On 10th September 1558 David Lindsay 9th Earl Crawford [aged 55] died. He had disinherited his own sons. His third cousin once removed David [aged 31] succeeded 10th Earl Crawford.
In 1652 John Lindsay 1st Earl Lindsay 17th Earl Crawford [aged 40] succeeded 17th Earl Crawford. Margaret Hamilton Countess Lindsay and Crawford [aged 40] by marriage Countess Crawford.
In 1678 John Lindsay 1st Earl Lindsay 17th Earl Crawford [aged 66] died. His son William [aged 33] succeeded 18th Earl Crawford, 2nd Earl Lindsay.
On 6th March 1698 William Lindsay 18th Earl Crawford 2nd Earl Lindsay [aged 53] died. His son John succeeded 19th Earl Crawford, 3rd Earl Lindsay.
In December 1713 John Lindsay 19th Earl of Crawford, 3rd Earl of Lindsay died. His son John [aged 11] succeeded 20th Earl Crawford, 4th Earl Lindsay.
On 25th December 1749 John Lindsay 20th Earl of Crawford, 4th Earl Lindsay [aged 47] died. His second cousin once removed George [aged 26] succeeded 21st Earl Crawford, 5th Earl Lindsay.
In 1781 George Lindsay Crawford 21st Earl Crawford 5th Earl Lindsay [aged 58] died. His son George [aged 22] succeeded 22nd Earl Crawford, 6th Earl Lindsay.
On 30th January 1808 George Lindsay-Crawford 22nd Earl of Crawford 6th Earl of Lindsay [aged 49] died unmarried. Earl Crawford, Earl Lindsay dormant.
In 1843 James Lindsay 7th Earl Balcarres 24th Earl of Crawford [aged 59] abeyance terminated 24th Earl Crawford. Maria Pennington Countess Balcarres and Crawford [aged 59] by marriage Countess Crawford.
William of Worcester's Chronicle of England
William of Worcester, born around 1415, and died around 1482 was secretary to John Fastolf, the renowned soldier of the Hundred Years War, during which time he collected documents, letters, and wrote a record of events. Following their return to England in 1440 William was witness to major events. Twice in his chronicle he uses the first person: 1. when writing about the murder of Thomas, 7th Baron Scales, in 1460, he writes '… and I saw him lying naked in the cemetery near the porch of the church of St. Mary Overie in Southwark …' and 2. describing King Edward IV's entry into London in 1461 he writes '… proclaimed that all the people themselves were to recognize and acknowledge Edward as king. I was present and heard this, and immediately went down with them into the city'. William’s Chronicle is rich in detail. It is the source of much information about the Wars of the Roses, including the term 'Diabolical Marriage' to describe the marriage of Queen Elizabeth Woodville’s brother John’s marriage to Katherine, Dowager Duchess of Norfolk, he aged twenty, she sixty-five or more, and the story about a paper crown being placed in mockery on the severed head of Richard, 3rd Duke of York.
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In 1848 Alexander Lindsay 6th Earl Balcarres 23rd Earl Crawford was posthumously restored 23rd Earl Crawford.
On 13th December 1880 Alexander Lindsay 8th Earl Balcarres 25th Earl of Crawford [aged 68] died. His son James [aged 33] succeeded 26th Earl Crawford, 9th Earl Balcarres.
On 25th January 1900 David Lindsay 27th Earl of Crawford 10th Earl Balcarres [aged 28] and Constance Lilian Pelly Countess Crawford and Balcarres were married at St Margaret's Church, Westminster [Map]. She by marriage Countess Crawford and Countess Balcarres. He the son of James Ludovic Lindsay 26th Earl of Crawford 9th Earl of Balcarrie [aged 52].
On 31st January 1913 James Ludovic Lindsay 26th Earl of Crawford 9th Earl of Balcarrie [aged 65] died. His son David [aged 41] succeeded 27th Earl Crawford, 10th Earl Balcarres.
On 8th March 1940 David Lindsay 27th Earl of Crawford 10th Earl Balcarres [aged 68] died. His son David [aged 39] succeeded 28th Earl Crawford, 11th Earl Balcarres. Mary Katherine Cavendish Countess of Crawford and Balcarres by marriage Countess Crawford, Countess Balcarres.
On 13th December 1975 David Lindsay 28th Earl of Crawford 11th Earl Balcarres [aged 75] died. His son Robert [aged 48] succeeded 29th Earl Crawford, 12th Earl Balcarres.