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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St Peter's Church, Llanbedr is in Llandedr.
1350. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Windows by Shrigley and Hunt.
After 1795. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Ursula Lloyd (age 73), her son John Lloyd (age 49) and his wife Margaret Morrall (age 32). Sculpted by S&T Franceys of Liverpool. Originally in the old church. A white marble tablet with moulded cornice and a surmounting sculpted figure of Faith; shallow obelisk behind, of dark grey figured marble, and a shaped grey marble apron with wreathed heraldic roundel.
Ursula Lloyd: Hugh Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire and she were married. Around 1722 she was born to Howel Lloyd of Wygfair in Flintshire and Phoebe Lloyd. She was their second daughter. On 21st September 1795 she died.
John Lloyd: Around 1746 he was born to Hugh Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire and Ursula Lloyd. Before 9th September 1806 he and Margaret Morrall were married. On 9th September 1806 he died.
Margaret Morrall: Around 1763 she was born to Josiah Morrall of Plasyollyn in Shropshire and Margaret Lloyd. On 27th March 1810 she died.
On 13th May 1834 Archdeacon John Jones (age 58) died. He was buried at St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map] where he had been rector for fifteen years. Source.
1835. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Archdeacon John Jones.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Interior.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Edward Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire. Sculpted by John Gibson (age 72).
Edward Lloyd of Berth in Denbighshire: Around 1778 he was born. On 14th October 1859 he died.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Windows.
1863. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Exterior
1879. St Peter's Church, Llanbedr [Map]. Monument to Reverend Edward Thelwall died 1879.