In 1824 [her father] Samuel Rayner [aged 17] and [her mother] Anne Manser were married.
On 21st June 1832 Louise Ingram Rayner was born to Samuel Rayner [aged 26] and Anne Manser at Matlock Bath, Derbyshire [Map].
Around 1861. Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 28]. 'John Knox's House, Lawnmarket [Map]'.
In 1879 [her father] Samuel Rayner [aged 72] died.
Before 1924. Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'Haddon Hall [Map], North Entrance'.
Before 1924. Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'Haddon Hall [Map], Entrance Gateway'.
Before 1924. Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'The Long Gallery, Haddon Hall [Map]'.
Before 1924. Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'Haddon Hall [Map]'.
Before 1924 . Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'Bootham Bar, York'.
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 1924 . Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'Old Elvet Bridge, Durham [Map]'.
Before 1924 . Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'Walmgate Bar, York [Map]'.
Before 1924 . Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'Foot of the West Bow, Edinburgh'.
Before 1924. Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 91]. 'The Buttercross, Ludlow [Map]'.
On 8th October 1924 Louise Ingram Rayner [aged 92] died.
