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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In 1616 Edward Brabazon 1st Baron Ardee [aged 68] was created 1st Baron Ardee. Mary Smythe Baroness Ardee [aged 64] by marriage Baroness Ardee.
On 7th August 1625 Edward Brabazon 1st Baron Ardee [aged 77] died. His son William [aged 45] succeeded 2nd Baron Ardee.
On 18th December 1651 William Brabazon 1st Earl Meath [aged 71] died. His son Edward [aged 41] succeeded 2nd Earl Meath, 3rd Baron Ardee. Mary Chambré Countess Meath [aged 40] by marriage Countess Meath.
On 25th March 1675 Edward Brabazon 2nd Earl Meath [aged 65] drowned whilst travelling from Ireland to England. His son William [aged 40] succeeded 3rd Earl Meath, 4th Baron Ardee.
Around 1684 William Brabazon 3rd Earl Meath [aged 49] died. His brother Edward [aged 46] succeeded 4th Earl Meath, 5th Baron Ardee. Cicely Brereton Countess Meath [aged 44] by marriage Countess Meath.
In 1707 Edward Brabazon 4th Earl Meath [aged 69] died. His brother Chambre [aged 62] succeeded 5th Earl Meath, 6th Baron Ardee.
On 1st April 1715 Chambre Brabazon 5th Earl Meath [aged 70] died. His son Chaworth [aged 29] succeeded 6th Earl Meath, 7th Baron Ardee.
On 14th May 1763 Chaworth Brabazon 6th Earl Meath [aged 77] died. His brother Edward [aged 72] succeeded 7th Earl Meath, 8th Baron Ardee
On 24th November 1772 Edward Brabazon 7th Earl Meath [aged 81] died. His son Anthony [aged 51] succeeded 8th Earl Meath, 9th Baron Ardee.
On 4th January 1790 Anthony Brabazon 8th Earl Meath [aged 69] died. His son William [aged 20] succeeded 9th Earl Meath, 10th Baron Ardee.
On 26th May 1797 William Brabazon 9th Earl Meath [aged 27] died from wounds received duelling. His brother John [aged 25] succeeded 10th Earl Meath, 11th Baron Ardee.
On 15th March 1851 John Brabazon 10th Earl Meath [aged 78] died. His son William [aged 47] succeeded 11th Earl Meath, 12th Baron Ardee, 2nd Baron Chaworth of Eaton Hall in Herefordshire. Harriot Brooke Countess Meath by marriage Countess Meath.
Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall
The Chronicle of Abbot Ralph of Coggeshall (Chronicon Anglicanum) is an indispensable medieval history that brings to life centuries of English and European affairs through the eyes of a learned Cistercian monk. Ralph of Coggeshall, abbot of the Abbey of Coggeshall in Essex in the early 13th century, continued and expanded his community’s chronicle, documenting events from the Norman Conquest of 1066 into the tumultuous reign of King Henry III. Blending eyewitness testimony, careful compilation, and the monastic commitment to record-keeping, this chronicle offers a rare narrative of political intrigue, royal power struggles, and social upheaval in England and beyond. Ralph’s work captures the reigns of pivotal figures such as Richard I and King John, providing invaluable insights into their characters, decisions, and the forces that shaped medieval rule. More than a simple annal, Chronicon Anglicanum conveys the texture of medieval life and governance, making it a rich source for scholars and readers fascinated by English history, monastic authorship, and the shaping of the medieval world.
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On 26th May 1887 William Brabazon 11th Earl of Meath [aged 83] died. His son Reginald [aged 45] succeeded 12th Earl Meath, 13th Baron Ardee, 3rd Baron Chaworth of Eaton Hall in Herefordshire. Mary Jane Maitland Countess Meath [aged 40] by marriage Countess Meath.
On 11th October 1929 Reginald Brabazon 12th Earl of Meath [aged 88] died. He was buried at Delgany Church, County Wicklow. His son Reginald [aged 59] succeeded 13th Earl Meath, 14th Baron Ardee, 4th Baron Chaworth of Eaton Hall in Herefordshire.
On 10th March 1949 Reginald Brabazon 13th Earl of Meath [aged 79] died. His son Anthony [aged 38] succeeded 14th Earl Meath, 15th Baron Ardee, 5th Baron Chaworth of Eaton Hall in Herefordshire.
On 19th December 1998 Anthony Brabazon 14th Earl of Meath [aged 88] died. His son John [aged 57] succeeded 15th Earl Meath, 16th Baron Ardee, 6th Baron Chaworth of Eaton Hall in Herefordshire.