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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 April 1730 Archbishop John Moore was born.
On 21st September 1761 Archbishop John Moore (age 31) was preferred to the fifth prebendal stall at Durham Cathedral [Map].
In April 1763 Archbishop John Moore (age 32) was preferred to a canonry at Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford [Map].
On 29th April 1763 Archbishop John Moore (age 33) and Jane Wright (age 27) were married at St Swithin's Church, Walcot St Swithin.
Around 1765 [his wife] Jane Wright (age 29) died.
On 23rd January 1770 Archbishop John Moore (age 39) and Catherine Eden (age 28) were married.
On 19th September 1771 Archbishop John Moore (age 41) was appointed Dean of Canterbury.
On 10th February 1775 Archbishop John Moore (age 44) was appointed Bishop of Bangor.
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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On 26th April 1783 Archbishop John Moore (age 53) was preferred Archbishop of Canterbury.
On 3rd June 1796 George Wright 2nd Baronet (age 26) and Rebecca Maclane were married. His uncle-in-law Archbishop John Moore (age 66) officiated.
On 18th January 1805 Archbishop John Moore (age 74) died at Lambeth Palace [Map]. He was buried at St Mary at Lambeth Church, Surrey [Map].
In 1818 [his former wife] Catherine Eden (age 76) died. She was buried at St Mary at Lambeth Church, Surrey [Map].