The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy
The Gesta Normannorum Ducum [The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy] is a landmark medieval chronicle tracing the rise and fall of the Norman dynasty from its early roots through the pivotal events surrounding the Norman Conquest of England. Originally penned in Latin by the monk William of Jumièges shortly before 1060 and later expanded at the behest of William the Conqueror, the work chronicles the deeds, politics, battles, and leadership of the Norman dukes, especially William’s own claim to the English throne. The narrative combines earlier historical sources with firsthand information and oral testimony to present an authoritative account of Normandy’s transformation from a Viking settlement into one of medieval Europe’s most powerful realms. William’s history emphasizes the legitimacy, military prowess, and governance of the Norman line, framing their expansion, including the conquest of England, as both divinely sanctioned and noble in purpose. Later chroniclers such as Orderic Vitalis and Robert of Torigni continued the history, extending the coverage into the 12th century, providing broader context on ducal rule and its impact. Today this classic work remains a foundational source for understanding Norman identity, medieval statesmanship, and the historical forces that reshaped England and Western Europe between 800AD and 1100AD.
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On 11th September 1803 Leopold Reiss was born. His parents were Israel Elias and Bertha Reiss.
Before 9th June 1833 Leopold Reiss (age 29) and Caroline m Reiss (age 19) were married.
In 1840 Leopold Reiss (age 36) was elected to its board of directors of the Manchester Commercial Association.
In 1841 Leopold Reiss (age 37) and [his wife] Caroline m Reiss (age 27) lived at Crumpsall Crescent, Crumpsall, Manchester.
In 1846 Leopold Reiss (age 42) was part of a delegation that saw the Prime Minister, Lord John Russell regarding reduction of duty on tea.
On 25th April 1849 Leopold Reiss (age 45) was baptised at Upper Brook Street Unitarian Chapel, Manchester.
On 6th March 1857 Leopold Reiss (age 53) died. He was buried at Weaste Cemetery, in an A plot vault.
After 6th March 1857. St Peter and St Paul's Church, Rock [Map]. Memorial to Leopold Reiss (deceased) and [his former wife] Caroline m Reiss (age 43).
Caroline m Reiss: Around 1814 she was born. Before 9th June 1833 Leopold Reiss and she were married. In 1841 Leopold Reiss and Caroline m Reiss lived at Crumpsall Crescent, Crumpsall, Manchester. On 10th January 1893 she died at Swyncombe, Henley-on-Thames.
On 10th January 1893 [his former wife] Caroline m Reiss (age 79) died at Swyncombe, Henley-on-Thames.