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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Paternal Family Tree: Cockerell
On or before 14th January 1740, the date of the license [his father] John Cockerell (age 26) and [his mother] Frances Jackson (age 17) were married at the Chapel Royal, Whitehall Palace.
On 18th February 1755 Charles Cockerell 1st Baronet was born to [his father] John Cockerell (age 41) and [his mother] Frances Jackson (age 32).
In April 1767 [his father] John Cockerell (age 53) died in Antigua.
Before 25th April 1769 [his mother] Frances Jackson (age 47) died. She was buried at Holy Trinity Church, Clapham.
On 11th March 1789 Charles Cockerell 1st Baronet (age 34) and Mary Tryphena Blunt were married in Calcutta, India.
On 13th February 1808 Charles Cockerell 1st Baronet (age 52) and Harriet Rushout (age 38) were married.
On 14th June 1809 [his son] Charles Cockerell aka Rushout 2nd Baronet was born to Charles Cockerell 1st Baronet (age 54) and [his wife] Harriet Rushout (age 39). He married 5th August 1834 Cecilia Olivia Foley Lady Cockerell, daughter of Thomas Foley 3rd Baron Foley and Cecilia Olivia Geraldine Fitzgerald Baroness Foley, and had issue.
The London Gazette 16293. Whitehall, September 2nd, 1809. The King has been pleased to grant the Dignity of a Baronet of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, to the following Gentlemen, and the respective Heirs Male of their Bodies lawfully begotten, viz.
Paulus Arnelius Irving, of Woodhottse and Robgill Tower, in the County of Dumfries, Esq; Lieutenant-General of His Majesty's Forces.
Thomas Roberts, of Roberts's Cove, in the County of Cork, Esq.
James Shaw, of the City of London, and of Kilmarnock, in the County of Ayr, Esq.
Rowland Blennerhassett, of Blennerville, in the County of Kerry, Esq.
William Smith, of Eardiston, in the County of Worcester, Esq.
Charles Cockcrell (age 54), of Sezincot, in the County of Gloucester, and of Piccadilly, in the County of Middlesex, Esq.
Edwin Bayntun-Sandys (age 35), of Miserden Castle, in the County of Gloucester, and of Chadlington-Hall, in the County of Oxford, Esq.
Henry Halford (age 42), of St. George's Hanover-Square, in the County of Middlesex, Doctor of Physic, and of one of His Majesty's Physicians in Extraordinary. [Elizabeth Barbara St John Lady Halford (age 47) by marriage Lady Vaughan aka Halford of Wistow in Leicestershire.]
John Tyrell (age 47), of Boreham-House, in the County of Essex, Esq.
On 15th June 1812 [his daughter] Harriet Anne Cockerell was born to Charles Cockerell 1st Baronet (age 57) and [his wife] Harriet Rushout (age 42). She married 15th March 1836 George William Coventry, son of George Coventry 8th Earl Coventry and Emma Susanna Lygon.
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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1819. George Hayter (age 26). Portrait of Charles Cockerell 1st Baronet (age 63).
On 5th August 1834 [his son] Charles Cockerell aka Rushout 2nd Baronet (age 25) and [his daughter-in-law] Cecilia Olivia Foley Lady Cockerell were married.
On 15th March 1836 [his son-in-law] George William Coventry (age 27) and [his daughter] Harriet Anne Cockerell (age 23) were married. He the son of George Coventry 8th Earl Coventry (age 51) and Emma Susanna Lygon.
On 6th January 1837 Charles Cockerell 1st Baronet (age 81) died. His son Charles (age 27) succeeded 2nd Baronet Cockerell of Sezincote in Gloucestershire. [his daughter-in-law] Cecilia Olivia Foley Lady Cockerell by marriage Lady Cockerell of Sezincote in Gloucestershire.
On 30th October 1851 [his former wife] Harriet Rushout (age 81) died.
On 8th October 1879 [his former wife] Mary Tryphena Blunt died.
Father: John Cockerell
Great x 1 Grandfather: John Jackson
GrandFather: John Jackson
Great x 4 Grandfather: John Pepys of Impington
Great x 3 Grandfather: Thomas "The Black" Pepys
Great x 2 Grandfather: John Pepys
Great x 3 Grandmother: Mary Day
Great x 1 Grandmother: Paulina Pepys
Mother: Frances Jackson