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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Church of St Michael and All Angels, Edenham
St Wulfram's Church, Grantham
Church of St Mary Magdalene, Ecton
Henry Cheere 1st Baronet is in Sculptors.
In 1703 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet was born to [his father] John Cheere in Clapham, Surrey.
After 26th July 1723. Church of St Michael and All Angels, Edenham [Map]. Monument to Robert Bertie 1st Duke Ancaster and Kesteven (deceased) sculpted by Peter Scheemakers (age 32) and Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 20). A Classical Period with Corinthian Capitals supporting open dentilated pediment with garland, urns and putti. Before the Aedicule a rounded Pedestal supports a marble image of the deceased attired as a Roman General.
After 1730 Louis Francois Roubiliac (age 27) worked as an assistant to Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 27).
Around 1734 Robert Taylor (age 20) was a pupil of Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 31).
Around 1750. Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 47). Design for a wall memorial. Pen and ink and watercolour.
Around 1750. Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 47). Design for a wall memorial. Pen and ink and watercolour.
1759. Monument to Dudley Ryder at St Wulfram's Church, Grantham [Map] sculpted by Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 56).
Dudley Ryder: In 1691 he was born to Richard Ryder of Hackney in Middlesex. In November 1733 Dudley Ryder and Anne Newnham were married. On 24th May 1756 Dudley Ryder died.
On 10th December 1760 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 57) was knighted.
After 28th January 1763. Monument to Ann Isted (deceased) at the Church of St Mary Magdalene, Ecton [Map] possibly sculpted Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 60).
Ann Isted: On 26th February 1683 she was born to Ambrose Isted and Sarah Feltham. On 28th January 1763 she died unmarried.
On 19th July 1766 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 63) was created 1st Baronet Cheere of St Margaret's in Westminster.
On 15th January 1781 Henry Cheere 1st Baronet (age 78) died. His son William succeeded 2nd Baronet Cheere of St Margaret's in Westminster.
[his son] William Cheere 2nd Baronet was born to Henry Cheere 1st Baronet.