The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel Volume 2 Chapters 61-109 1342-1361

The Chronicle of Jean le Bel, Volume 2 continues one of the most important fourteenth-century accounts of the early Hundred Years’ War. Written by the Liège chronicler Jean le Bel, this vivid narrative follows the fortunes of Edward III, Jean II of France, the Black Prince, the great nobles of France and England, and the soldiers, captains and companies who shaped the conflict. This volume covers some of the most dramatic events of the period, including the battles of Crécy and Poitiers, the siege and capture of Calais, the captivity of King John, the rise of the Jacquerie, the turmoil in Paris under Étienne Marcel and Charles of Navarre, the devastation caused by the free companies, Edward III’s great campaign of 1359–1360, and the negotiations leading to the Treaty of Brétigny. Jean le Bel’s chronicle is especially valuable for its lively detail, its interest in chivalry, warfare, politics and reputation, and its influence on later chroniclers, most famously Froissart. This English translation presents the text in clear, readable British English while preserving the force and character of the original narrative. The translation includes extensive notes to help the reader better understand Jean le Bel's text. Volume 2 also includes translated appendices drawn from royal and administrative records, many from the English Record Office, which illuminate Edward III’s campaigns in Brittany, the siege and occupation of Calais, naval preparations, military finance, appointments, safe conducts and related affairs.

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Earl of Oxford and Asquith

Earl of Oxford and Asquith is in Earldoms of England Alphabetically, Earldoms of England Chronologically, Extant Earldoms of England.

Summary

January 1925. 1st. Herbert Henry Asquith 1st Earl of Oxford and Asquith [aged 72] created.

15th February 1928. 2nd. Grandson Julian Asquith 2nd Earl of Oxford and Asquith [aged 11] succeeded.

16th January 2011. 3rd. Son Raymond Asquith 3rd Earl of Oxford and Asquith [aged 58] succeeded.

On 15th February 1928 Herbert Henry Asquith 1st Earl of Oxford and Asquith [aged 75] died. His grandson Julian [aged 11] succeeded 2nd Earl of Oxford and Asquith.

On 28th August 1947 Julian Asquith 2nd Earl of Oxford and Asquith [aged 31] and Anne Palairet Countess of Oxford and Asquith [aged 30] were married at Brompton Oratory, Kensington. She by marriage Countess of Oxford and Asquith.

On 16th January 2011 Julian Asquith 2nd Earl of Oxford and Asquith [aged 94] died. His son Raymond [aged 58] succeeded 3rd Earl of Oxford and Asquith.