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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Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet 1662-1725

Paternal Family Tree: Hussey

On 12th April 1649 [his father] Charles Hussey 1st Baronet [aged 23] and [his mother] Elizabeth Brownlow Lady Hussey [aged 19] were married at the St James' Church, Clerkenwell. They had seven sons and eight daughters.

Around 1662 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet was born to Charles Hussey 1st Baronet [aged 36] and Elizabeth Brownlow Lady Hussey [aged 32].

On 2nd December 1664 [his father] Charles Hussey 1st Baronet [aged 38] died. He was buried at St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. His son Charles succeeded 2nd Baronet Hussey of Caythorpe in Lincolnshire.

Before 1672 Thomas Hussey 2nd Baronet [aged 32] and Sarah Langham Lady Hussey were married with whom he had six sons and four daughters although the sons would appear to have predeceased their father since he was succeeded by his cousin Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 9]. She by marriage Lady Hussey of Honington in Lincolnshire.

In April 1680 [his brother] Charles Hussey 2nd Baronet died. His brother Edward [aged 18] succeeded 3rd Baronet Hussey of Caythorpe in Lincolnshire.

Around 1687 [his daughter] Sarah Hussey was born to Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 25] and [his future wife] Charlotte Brevint. She married before 18th October 1728 Robert Cawdron.

In 1689 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 27] was elected MP Lincoln.

In 1690 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 28] was elected MP Lincoln.

Before 1695 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 32] and Charlotte Brevint were married.

Around 1695 [his son] Thomas Hussey was born to Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 33] and [his wife] Charlotte Brevint.

In 1698 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 36] was elected MP Lincoln.

On 31st May 1698 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 36] and Elizabeth de Vic were married.

In December 1701 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 39] was elected MP Lincoln.

Around 1702 [his son] Henry Hussey 4th Baronet was born to Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 40] and [his wife] Elizabeth de Vic.

In 1702 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 40] was elected MP Lincoln.

On 19th December 1706 Thomas Hussey 2nd Baronet [aged 67] died. His first cousin Edward [aged 44] succeeded 3rd Baronet Hussey of Honington in Lincolnshire. His daughter Sarah Hussey [aged 34] inherited Doddington Hall [Map].

Around 1707 [his son] Edward Hussey 5th Baronet was born to Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 45] and [his wife] Elizabeth de Vic.

On 19th February 1725 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet [aged 63] died. His son Henry [aged 23] succeeded 4th Baronet Hussey of Honington in Lincolnshire, 4th Baronet Hussey of Caythorpe in Lincolnshire.

Royal Ancestors of Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet 1662-1725

Kings Wessex: Great x 19 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England

Kings Gwynedd: Great x 20 Grand Son of Maredudd ab Owain King Deheubarth King Powys King Gwynedd

Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 22 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth

Kings Powys: Great x 20 Grand Son of Maredudd ab Owain King Deheubarth King Powys King Gwynedd

Kings England: Great x 13 Grand Son of King John of England

Kings Scotland: Great x 16 Grand Son of King David I of Scotland

Kings France: Great x 20 Grand Son of Hugh I King of the Franks

Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 23 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine

Ancestors of Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet 1662-1725

Great x 4 Grandfather: John Hussey

Great x 3 Grandfather: William Hussey

Great x 4 Grandmother: Elizabeth Nesfield

Great x 2 Grandfather: Robert Hussey 9 x Great Grandson of King John of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: Thomas Berkeley 7 x Great Grandson of King John of England

Great x 3 Grandmother: Elizabeth Berkeley 8 x Great Granddaughter of King John of England

Great x 4 Grandmother: Petronella Brooksby

Great x 1 Grandfather: Charles Hussey of Honington 10 x Great Grandson of King John of England

Great x 2 Grandmother: Jane Stydolf

Grandfather: Edward Hussey 1st Baronet 11 x Great Grandson of King John of England

Great x 2 Grandfather: John Birch

Great x 1 Grandmother: Ellen Birch

Father: Charles Hussey 1st Baronet 12 x Great Grandson of King John of England

Great x 1 Grandfather: George Anton of Lincoln

Grandmother: Elizabeth Anton

Great x 2 Grandfather: Thomas Tailor

Great x 1 Grandmother: Unamed Tailor m George Anton

Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet 13 x Great Grandson of King John of England

Great x 1 Grandfather: Richard Brownlow

Grandfather: William Brownlow 1st Baronet

Mother: Elizabeth Brownlow Lady Hussey

Great x 1 Grandfather: William Duncombe

Grandmother: Elizabeth Duncombe

Great x 2 Grandfather: Thomas Bennett

Great x 1 Grandmother: Anne Bennett