Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham 1537-1611

Paternal Family Tree: Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham

Before 1536 [his father] William Willoughby 1st Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 20] and [his mother] Elizabeth Heneage Baroness Willoughby of Parham [aged 17] were married.

In 1537 Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham was born to William Willoughby 1st Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 22] and Elizabeth Heneage Baroness Willoughby of Parham [aged 19].

Around April 1549 Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 12] was educated at St John's College, Cambridge University [Map].

Around 11th January 1552 [his son] William Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 15] and [his future wife] Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby [aged 13]. He married before 1582 Elizabeth Hilyard.

On 1st December 1555 [his mother] Elizabeth Heneage Baroness Willoughby of Parham [aged 37] died.

On 20th August 1559 [his father] William Willoughby 1st Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 44] and [his step-mother] Margaret Garneys Viscountess Hereford [aged 39] were married. She by marriage Baroness Willoughby Parham.

On 30th July 1570 [his father] William Willoughby 1st Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 55] died at Minting Park, East Lindsey. His succeeded son Charles [aged 33] succeeded 2nd Baron Willoughby Parham.

Before 1582 [his son] William Willoughby [aged 29] and [his daughter-in-law] Elizabeth Hilyard were married.

Before 20th November 1586 [his daughter] Katherine Willoughby died.

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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Before 20th November 1586 [his son-in-law] John Savile 1st Baron Savile [aged 30] and [his daughter] Katherine Willoughby were married. They were fourth cousin once removed.

Tudor Tracts Chapter 20. Among these Officers of her House was [Monsieur Du Preau] a French Jesuit, her Confessor, with a golden crucifix about his neck; which he did wear openly: and being told, That the people murmured and disliked at it; he said, He would do it, though he died for it Thus we may see how obdurate their hearts are in malice; and how obstinate they shew themselves in the vain toys and superstitious trifles of their own imaginations.

Then [Richard Fletcher [aged 42]] the Dean [of Peterborough].

Next the two Bishops: [Richard Howland [aged 46]] of Peterborough, and [William Wickham, of] Lincoln.

[Charles Willoughby [aged 50],] the Lord Willoughby of Parham;

[Lewis Mordaunt [aged 48],] the Lord Mordaunt [of Turvey];

[Henry Compton,] the Lord Compton;

Sir Thomas Cecil [aged 45] [afterwards Lord Burlegh, and later Earl of Exeter]:

All four, in gowns, with White Staffs; representing the [Lord] Steward; [the Lord] Chamberlain; [the] Treasurer, and [the] Controller [of the Queen's Household].

After these, 16 Scots and Frenchmen; which had been Officers in her [Queen Mary's] House.

Then Sir Andrew Noel [aged 29] alone, carrying the Banner of Scotland.

Then [William, afterwards Sir William, Segar] Percullis the Herald [Portcullis Pursuivant] bearing the Crown [or Helmet] and Crest: thereon a red lion rampant crowned, holding a sword the point upward; the Helmet overmanteled guiles powdered ermine.

Then the Target [or Shield, borne by John Raven,] Rouge Dragon [Pursuivant];

The Sword by [Humphrey Hales] York [Herald];

The Coat of Arms by [Robert Glover,] Somerset Herald.

Then [Robert Cooke] Clarenceux [King at Arms] with a Gentleman at Arms [or rather a Gentleman Usher].

In or before 1590 [his son-in-law] William Pelham [aged 21] and [his daughter] Anne Willoughby were married. They were fifth cousins.

On 1st June 1601 [his son] William Willoughby [aged 49] died.

In 1608 [his son] Ambrose Willoughby died.

Before 1611 Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 73] and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby [aged 72] were married. Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby by marriage Baroness Willoughby Parham. She the daughter of Edward Clinton 1st Earl Lincoln and Elizabeth "Bessie" Blount Baroness Clinton and Tailboys. They were fourth cousin twice removed.

Around 1611 Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 74] died. His succeeded grandson William Willoughby 3rd Baron Willoughby of Parham [aged 27] succeeded 3rd Baron Willoughby Parham.

[his daughter] Margaret Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby.

[his daughter] Anne Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby. She married in or before 1590 her fifth cousin William Pelham and had issue.

[his son] Ambrose Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby.

[his daughter] Katherine Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby. She married before 20th November 1586 her fourth cousin once removed John Savile 1st Baron Savile.

Deeds of King Henry V

Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.

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[his son] Thomas Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby.

[his son] Charles Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby.

[his son] Edward Willoughby was born to Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham and Margaret Clinton Baroness Willoughby.

Royal Ancestors of Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham 1537-1611

Kings Wessex: Great x 16 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England

Kings Gwynedd: Great x 13 Grand Son of Owain "Great" King Gwynedd

Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 19 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth

Kings Powys: Great x 14 Grand Son of Maredudd ap Bleddyn King Powys

Kings Godwinson: Great x 17 Grand Son of King Harold II of England

Kings England: Great x 7 Grand Son of King Edward III of England

Kings Scotland: Great x 12 Grand Son of King William I of Scotland

Kings France: Great x 9 Grand Son of King Philip IV of France

Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 20 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine

Kings Spain: Great x 12 Grand Son of Alfonso II King Aragon

Ancestors of Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham 1537-1611

Great x 4 Grandfather: William Willoughby 5th Baron Willoughby 6 x Great Grand Son of King William I of Scotland

Great x 3 Grandfather: Thomas Willoughby of Parham 7 x Great Grand Son of King John of England

Great x 4 Grandmother: Lucy Strange Baroness Willoughby Eresby 6 x Great Grand Daughter of King John of England

Great x 2 Grandfather: Robert Willoughby 5 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: Richard Fitzalan 3 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England

Great x 3 Grandmother: Joan Fitzalan 4 x Great Grand Daughter of King Henry III of England

Great x 1 Grandfather: Christopher Willoughby 10th Baron Willoughby 6 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: Eudo Welles 3 x Great Grand Son of King Edward I of England

Great x 3 Grandfather: Lionel Welles 6th Baron Welles 4 x Great Grand Son of King Edward I of England

Great x 4 Grandmother: Maud Greystoke 6 x Great Grand Daughter of King Henry "Curtmantle" II of England

Great x 2 Grandmother: Cecily Welles 5 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward I of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: Robert Waterton

Great x 3 Grandmother: Joan or Cecily Waterton

Great x 4 Grandmother: Cecily Fleming

GrandFather: Christopher Willoughby 7 x Great Grand Son of King Henry III of England

Great x 2 Grandfather: William Jenney

Great x 1 Grandmother: Margaret Jenney Baroness Willoughby of Eresby

Great x 3 Grandfather: Thomas Cawse

Great x 2 Grandmother: Elizabeth Cawse

Father: William Willoughby 1st Baron Willoughby of Parham 6 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: Walter Tailboys 6th Baron Kyme 7 x Great Grand Son of King William I of Scotland

Great x 3 Grandfather: William Tailboys 7th Baron Kyme 8 x Great Grand Son of King William I of Scotland

Great x 4 Grandmother: Alice Stafford Baroness Kyme 9 x Great Grand Daughter of King David I of Scotland

Great x 2 Grandfather: Robert Tailboys 8th Baron Kyme 6 x Great Grand Son of King Edward I of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: William Bonville 1st Baron Bonville 7 x Great Grand Son of King Henry "Curtmantle" II of England

Great x 3 Grandmother: Elizabeth Bonville Baroness Kyme 5 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward I of England

Great x 4 Grandmother: Margaret Grey 4 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward I of England

Great x 1 Grandfather: George Tailboys 9th Baron Kyme 7 x Great Grand Son of King Edward I of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: William Heron

Great x 3 Grandfather: John Heron of Ford Castle Northumberland

Great x 2 Grandmother: Elizabeth Heron Baroness Kyme

GrandMother: Elizabeth Tailboys 5 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: William Gascoigne XII 6 x Great Grand Son of King Henry "Curtmantle" II of England

Great x 3 Grandfather: William Gascoigne XIII 7 x Great Grand Son of King Henry "Curtmantle" II of England

Great x 4 Grandmother: Margaret Clarell Lady of the Garter

Great x 2 Grandfather: William Gascoigne 4 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: John Neville 2 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England

Great x 3 Grandmother: Joan Neville 3 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England

Great x 1 Grandmother: Elizabeth Gascoigne Baroness Kyme 4 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: Henry Percy 2nd Earl of Northumberland 2 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England

Great x 3 Grandfather: Henry Percy 3rd Earl of Northumberland 2 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England

Great x 4 Grandmother: Eleanor Neville Countess Northumberland Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England

Great x 2 Grandmother: Margaret Percy 3 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England

Great x 4 Grandfather: Richard Poynings 5 x Great Grand Son of King Edward I of England

Great x 3 Grandmother: Eleanor Poynings Countess Northumberland 6 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward I of England

Great x 4 Grandmother: Eleanor Berkeley Countess Arundel 5 x Great Grand Daughter of King John of England

Charles Willoughby 2nd Baron Willoughby of Parham 7 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England