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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 16th May 1867 [his father] Christopher Furness 1st Baron Furness (age 15) and [his mother] Jane Annette Suggitt Baroness Furness were married.
On 29th October 1883 Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness was born to [his father] Christopher Furness 1st Baron Furness (age 31) and [his mother] Jane Annette Suggitt Baroness Furness.
On 17th May 1912 [his son] Lieutenant Christopher Furness was born to Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness (age 28) and [his future wife] Ada "Daisy" Hogg Viscountess Furness.
On 10th November 1912 [his father] Christopher Furness 1st Baron Furness (age 60) died. His son Marmaduke (age 29) succeeded 2nd Baron Furness of Grantley in the West Riding of Yorkshire.
In 1918 Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness (age 34) was created 1st Viscount Furness of Grantley in the West Riding of Yorkshire.
Before 28th February 1921 Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness (age 37) and Ada "Daisy" Hogg Viscountess Furness were married. She by marriage Viscountess Furness of Grantley in the West Riding of Yorkshire.
On 28th February 1921 [his wife] Ada "Daisy" Hogg Viscountess Furness died aboard the Furness yacht Sapphire off the coast of Portugal, while recovering from an operation. She was buried at sea.
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 27th June 1926 Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness (age 42) and Thelma Morgan Viscountess Furness (age 21) were married. She by marriage Viscountess Furness of Grantley in the West Riding of Yorkshire. The difference in their ages was 20 years.
On 31st March 1929 [his son] William Anthony Furness 2nd Viscount Furness was born to Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness (age 45) and [his wife] Thelma Morgan Viscountess Furness (age 24).
In 1933 Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness (age 49) and Thelma Morgan Viscountess Furness (age 28) were divorced.
On 24th May 1940 [his son] Lieutenant Christopher Furness (age 28) was killed in action.
On 6th October 1940 Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness (age 56) died. His son William (age 11) succeeded 2nd Viscount Furness of Grantley in the West Riding of Yorkshire, 3rd Baron Furness of Grantley in the West Riding of Yorkshire.
On 29th January 1970 [his former wife] Thelma Morgan Viscountess Furness (age 65) died.
GrandFather: John Furness of West Hartlepool
Father: Christopher Furness 1st Baron Furness
GrandMother: Averill Eastor Wilson
Marmaduke Furness 1st Viscount Furness
Mother: Jane Annette Suggitt Baroness Furness