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 24th June 1870 [his father] Thomas Percy Hudson aka Pemberton (age 37) and [his mother] Patience Frances Sophia Campbell (age 26) were married.
On 4th April 1885 Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton was born to [his father] Thomas Percy Hudson aka Pemberton (age 52) and [his mother] Patience Frances Sophia Campbell (age 41) at Gilling East Rectory.
In February 1907 Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton (age 21) joined the 2nd Life Guards on probation in February, 1907, being gazetted 2nd Lieutenant on the 20th February, and Lieutenant on the 21st February, 1909.
In 1912 Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton (age 26) was seconded as Cavalry Instructor to the Officers' Training Corps of Oxford and Cambridge Universities. He rejoined his regiment on the outbreak of the war.
On 30th April 1912 Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton (age 27) and Winifred Mary Worsley (age 23) were married at Malton, North Yorkshire.
On 5th August 1914 Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton (age 29) was promoted to Captain.
On 19th October 1914 Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton (age 29) was killed in action at Moorslede, near Roulers, Belgium whilst serving with "C" Section. He was buried at Dadizeele New British Cemetery, Belgium, Grave VI. D. 17.
After 1921. Church of the Holy Cross, Gilling East [Map]. Memorial to [his father] Thomas Percy Hudson aka Pemberton (age 88) and his son Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton.
Thomas Percy Hudson aka Pemberton: Around 1833 he was born. In 1870 he was appointed Rector of the Church of the Holy Cross, Gilling East [Map] which position he held until 1901. On 24th June 1870 he and Patience Frances Sophia Campbell were married. On 31st January 1921 he died at Trumpington Hall.
On 3rd April 1955 [his former wife] Winifred Mary Worsley (age 66) died.
Father: Thomas Percy Hudson aka Pemberton
Captain Francis Percy Campbell Pemberton
GrandFather: William Huntly Campbell
Mother: Patience Frances Sophia Campbell
Great x 1 Grandfather: Francis Charles James Pemberton
GrandMother: Frances Maria Pemberton