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 October 1855 [his father] Arthur Hughes [aged 23] and [his mother] Tryphena Foord [aged 26] were married. His brother [his uncle] Edward Hughes [aged 27] was married to her older sister [his aunt] Harriet Foord [aged 29]. An example of Marriage of Two Sets of Siblings. They had five children including painter Arthur Foord Hughes.
In 1856 Arthur Foord Hughes was born to Arthur Hughes [aged 23] and Tryphena Foord [aged 27] in Pimlico.
1873. Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 17]. "Farmyard Doves".
In 1891 Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 35] and Elizabeth Jones [aged 27] were married. He the son of Arthur Hughes [aged 58] and Tryphena Foord [aged 62].
1899. Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 43]. "The finding of Leander".
In 1901 Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 45] and [his wife] Elizabeth Jones [aged 37] are living at 7 Albert Mansions, Albert Bridge Road, Battersea.
1914. Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 58]. "A lady reading while playing the spinet".
On 22nd December 1915 [his father] Arthur Hughes [aged 83] died in Kew Green, London. He was buried in Richmond Cemetery.
In March 1921 [his mother] Tryphena Foord [aged 92] 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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Before 1934. Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 77]. "A Summer's Day".
Before 1934. Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 77]. "Below Stairs".
Before 1934. Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 77]. "A farmer in his barn".
On 20th July 1934 Arthur Foord Hughes [aged 78] died.
28th July 1934. Hastings and St Leonards Observer.
Sussex Artist. Death of Mr A Foord Hughes [deceased]
STUDENT OF WINDMILLS. Sussex art circles have suffered a severe loss by the death of Mr. Arthur Foord Hughes, which occurred in a Hastings nursing home last Friday, at the age of 77. He had been in failing health for some time. Mr. Hughes's delicate watercolours were well known locally. He painted practically everv windmill in Sussex, and it was one of his sorrows that these picturesque landmarks were fast disappearing from the face of the countryside. Within few weeks of his birth in London October 9th. 1856. he sat as an unconscious model for Dante Gabriel Rossetti, though his career almost came to an untimely end soon afterwards when Ruskin prepared to seat himself on the couch where the infant lay! His father was the painter of important works to seen in the Tate Gallery and collections at Birmingham, Bournemouth and Oxford, and was also the original illustrator of "Tom Brown's School Days," for which young Hughes sat, rather reluctantly it is said, as the model of the boy hero.
ACADEMY DISTINCTION. But although he probably resented these temporary curtailments of liberty, the boy made up his mind at an early age to concentrate art as a career. After leaving King's College School, he pursued his artistic education at Heatherleys, the Slade and finally the Royal Academy, where in he gained the silver medal for the best drawing.
His love of Sussex was deeply rooted and for some years he lived in a delightful cottage at Pett, touring the whole county in search of scenes worthy of his brush. Later on he moved with his wife to home of the late Harry Furniss at High Wickham, overlooking Old Hastings. He published a book on Sussex windmills, containing a wealth of interesting information and copiously illustrated with his charming water-colours. Two of his best pictures were The Finding of Leander,' sold at the New Gallery, and "The Gleaner," hung at the Academy.
GrandFather: Edward Hughes
Father: Arthur Hughes
GrandFather: Robert Foord
Mother: Tryphena Foord