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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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In 1792 [her father] Lieutenant-Colonel Josiah Cottin (age 21) and [her mother] Lavinia Chambers were married.
In 1794 Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley was born to [her father] Lieutenant-Colonel Josiah Cottin (age 23) and [her mother] Lavinia Chambers. Her god-parents were the Prince of Wales (age 31) and Maria Anne Smythe aka "Mrs Fitzherbert" (age 37).
On 9th November 1810 John Fleming Leicester 1st Baron Tabley (age 48) and Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 16) were married. The difference in their ages was 31 years.
On 28th October 1811 [her son] George Leicester aka Warren 2nd Baron Tabley was born to [her husband] John Fleming Leicester 1st Baron Tabley (age 49) and Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 17). King George IV of Great Britain and Ireland (age 49) was his godfather. He was educated at Eton College [Map] and Christ Church College, Oxford University.
Before 1825. William Owen (age 55). Portrait of Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 30).
Before 1825. William Owen (age 55). Portrait of Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 30).
On 16th July 1826 [her husband] John Fleming Leicester 1st Baron Tabley (age 64) was created 1st Baron Tabley. Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 32) by marriage Baroness Tabley.
On 18th April 1827 [her husband] John Fleming Leicester 1st Baron Tabley (age 65) died at Tabley House, Cheshire. His son [her son] George (age 15) succeeded 2nd Baron Tabley, 6th Baronet Leicester of Timogue in Queen's County.
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 July 1828 Reverend Frederick Leicester (age 25) and Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 34) were married. She the former wife of his uncle John Fleming Leicester 1st Baron Tabley who had died fifteen months before. As the Church of England prohibited aunt-nephew marriages, Frederick resigned from his post to avoid expulsion. The union forfeited £500 of Georgina's annual £1,500 widow's jointure.
Creevey Papers. [1st September 1828]. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Smythe Owen and I have lived in the most perfect harmony since 4 o'clock on Saturday afternoon, but other human being have I seen none, except the parson at church yesterday, whom I was in hopes to have seen more of. He is Mr. Leicester, nephew to the late Lord de Tabley. ... Having known his father in the days of my youth at Cambridge as by far the most ultra and impertinent dandy of his day, I was curious to see the son. It was precisely the same thing over again. This beautiful youth [[her husband] Reverend Frederick Leicester (age 26)] (for such he is), aged 27, has been appointed by the Court of Chancery guardian to his nephew [Note. cousin] [her son] Lord de Tabley (age 16), aged 16. About 6 weeks ago, he was married to his aunt Lady de Tabley (age 34), who expects to be confined next month. I am sorry she is not [illegible] for this second marriage. On her part she forfeits £500 a year out of her jointure of £1500; and his diocesan, the Bishop of Lichfield, has given him notice he shall eject him from his living for marrying his aunt, which reduces his income to nothing. ..."
Before 1830. Thomas Lawrence (age 60). Portrait of Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 35) known as "Hope" aka "The Branch".
In March 1843 [her father] Lieutenant-Colonel Josiah Cottin (age 72) died at Hampton Court Palace, Richmond [Map].
In 1859 Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley (age 65) died.
On 17th October 1861 [her former husband] Reverend Frederick Leicester (age 59) and Amelia Susanna Campbell were married.
On 16th April 1873 [her former husband] Reverend Frederick Leicester (age 70) died.
GrandFather: Alexander Cottin of Hertfordshire
Father: Lieutenant-Colonel Josiah Cottin
Georgiana Cottin Baroness Tabley
GrandFather: William Chambers
Mother: Lavinia Chambers