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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Earl Fife is in Earl.
In 1266 Máel Coluim II Earl of Fife died. His son Colban succeeded Earl Fife.
Around 1271 Colban Earl of Fife died. His son Donnchadh succeeded 3rd Earl Fife. The date os his death subject to discussion. G.W.S. Barrow gives 1272, but Bannerman gives 1270.
In 1288 Donnchadh 3rd Earl Fife died. His son Duncan succeeded 4th Earl Fife.
In 1361 Robert Stewart 1st Duke Albany (age 21) was created 1st Earl Fife. Margaret Graham 3rd Countess Menteith (age 27) by marriage Countess Fife.
In 1759 William Duff 1st Earl Fife (age 62) was created 1st Earl Fife.
On 30th September 1763 William Duff 1st Earl Fife (age 66) died. His son James (age 34) succeeded 2nd Earl Fife.
In 1809 James Duff 2nd Earl Fife (age 79) died without issue at Fife House Whitehall Palace. His brother Alexander (age 77) succeeded 3rd Earl Fife.
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 17th April 1811 Alexander Duff 3rd Earl Fife (age 79) died. His son James (age 34) succeeded 4th Earl Fife.
On 16th March 1846 James Duff 5th Earl Fife (age 31) and Agnes Georgiana Elizabeth Hay Countess Fife (age 16) were married. She by marriage Countess Fife. She the daughter of William Hay 18th Earl Erroll (age 45) and Elizabeth Fitz-Clarence Countess Erroll (age 45).
On 9th March 1857 James Duff 4th Earl Fife (age 80) died. His nephew James (age 42) succeeded 5th Earl Fife.
On 7th August 1879 James Duff 5th Earl Fife (age 65) died. His son Alexander (age 29) succeeded 6th Earl Fife.
Donnchadh 3rd Earl Fife and Joan Clare Countess Fife were married. She by marriage Countess Fife. She the daughter of Gilbert "Red Earl" Clare 7th Earl Gloucester 6th Earl Hertford and Alice or Alix Lusignan Countess Gloucester and Hertford. He the son of Colban Earl of Fife. They were sixth cousins. He a great x 2 grandson of King John of England. She a great x 5 granddaughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England.