Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'
This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.
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Paternal Family Tree: Eversfield
Before 15th September 1683 [his father] Nicholas Eversfield of Charlton Court, Sussex (age 37) and [his mother] Elizabeth Gildridge were married.
On 15th September 1683 Charles Eversfield was born to [his father] Nicholas Eversfield of Charlton Court, Sussex (age 37) and [his mother] Elizabeth Gildridge.
In 1684 [his father] Nicholas Eversfield of Charlton Court, Sussex (age 38) died.
On 21st July 1702 Charles Eversfield (age 18) and Mary Duncombe were married at St Paul's Cathedral [Map].
In 1705 Charles Eversfield (age 21) was elected MP Horsham which seat he held until 1710 when he was returned for Sussex and Horsham and chose to sit for Sussex.
In 1708 [his son] Charles Eversfield 2nd Baronet was born to Charles Eversfield (age 24) and [his wife] Mary Duncombe.
In 1710 Charles Eversfield (age 26) was elected MP Sussex which seat he held until 1715.
On or after 4th February 1712 Robert Jenkinson 3rd Baronet (age 26) and [his future wife] Henrietta Scarborough Lady Jenkinson (age 17) were married. She by marriage Lady Jenkinson of Walcot in Oxfordshire and of Hawkesbury in Gloucestershire.
On 12th June 1721 Charles Eversfield (age 37) was elected MP Horsham which seat he held until 1741.
On 9th August 1731 Charles Eversfield (age 47) and Henrietta Scarborough Lady Jenkinson (age 36) were married. She the widow of Robert Jenkinson 3rd Baronet.
The History of William Marshal was commissioned by his son shortly after William’s death in 1219 to celebrate the Marshal’s remarkable life; it is an authentic, contemporary voice. The manuscript was discovered in 1861 by French historian Paul Meyer. Meyer published the manuscript in its original Anglo-French in 1891 in two books. This book is a line by line translation of the first of Meyer’s books; lines 1-10152. Book 1 of the History begins in 1139 and ends in 1194. It describes the events of the Anarchy, the role of William’s father John, John’s marriages, William’s childhood, his role as a hostage at the siege of Newbury, his injury and imprisonment in Poitou where he met Eleanor of Aquitaine and his life as a knight errant. It continues with the accusation against him of an improper relationship with Margaret, wife of Henry the Young King, his exile, and return, the death of Henry the Young King, the rebellion of Richard, the future King Richard I, war with France, the death of King Henry II, and the capture of King Richard, and the rebellion of John, the future King John. It ends with the release of King Richard and the death of John Marshal.
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On 10th June 1735 [his son-in-law] James Markwick of Catsfield and [his daughter] Mary Eversfield were married at Eastbourne.
In 1741 Charles Eversfield (age 57) was elected MP Steyning which seat he held until 1747 when he chose not to stand.
On 17th January 1749 Charles Eversfield (age 65) died.
In 1760 [his former wife] Henrietta Scarborough Lady Jenkinson (age 65) died.
[his daughter] Mary Eversfield was born to Charles Eversfield and Mary Duncombe. She married 10th June 1735 James Markwick of Catsfield and had issue.
Great x 2 Grandfather: Thomas Eversfield of Grove, Hastings
Great x 1 Grandfather: Nicholas Eversfield of The Grove, Hollington
GrandFather: John Eversfield
GrandFather: Nicholas Gildridge of Eastbourne, Sussex
Mother: Elizabeth Gildridge