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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Paternal Family Tree: Wrey
On 6th September 1854 [his father] Henry Bourchier Toke Wrey 10th Baronet [aged 25] and [his mother] Marianne Sarah Sherard Lady Wrey [aged 19] were married at Sidmouth, Devon.
On 4th January 1861 Reverend Albany Bourchier Sherard Wrey 13th Baronet was born to [his father] Henry Bourchier Toke Wrey 10th Baronet [aged 31] and [his mother] Marianne Sarah Sherard Lady Wrey [aged 25].
On 23rd December 1882 [his grandfather] Henry Bourchier Wrey 9th Baronet [aged 85] died. His son [his father] Henry [aged 53] succeeded 10th Baronet Wrey of Trebitch in Cornwall.
In 1893 Reverend Albany Bourchier Sherard Wrey 13th Baronet [aged 31] was appointed Rector of St Peter's Church, Tawstock [Map] which office he held for fifty-five years until his death in 1948.
On 16th February 1896 [his mother] Marianne Sarah Sherard Lady Wrey [aged 60] died.
On 5th August 1896 Reverend Albany Bourchier Sherard Wrey 13th Baronet [aged 35] and Isabel Fleet were married.
On 10th March 1900 [his father] Henry Bourchier Toke Wrey 10th Baronet [aged 70] died at Ventnor, Isle of Wight. His son [his brother] Robert [aged 44] succeeded 11th Baronet Wrey of Trebitch in Cornwall.
In 1921 [his wife] Isabel Fleet died.
On 8th May 1936 Philip Bourchier Sherard Wrey 12th Baronet [aged 77] died. His brother Albany [aged 75] succeeded 13th Baronet Wrey of Trebitch in Cornwall.
Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.
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On 10th April 1948 Reverend Albany Bourchier Sherard Wrey 13th Baronet [aged 87] died. His nephew Castel [aged 45] succeeded 14th Baronet Wrey of Trebitch in Cornwall.
After 10th April 1948. Memorial at St Peter's Church, Tawstock [Map] to Reverend Albany Bourchier Sherard Wrey 13th Baronet [deceased].
Kings Wessex: Great x 24 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England
Kings Gwynedd: Great x 20 Grand Son of Owain "Great" King Gwynedd
Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 26 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth
Kings Powys: Great x 21 Grand Son of Maredudd ap Bleddyn King Powys
Kings Godwinson: Great x 25 Grand Son of King Harold II of England
Kings England: Great x 15 Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Kings Scotland: Great x 23 Grand Son of King Duncan I of Scotland
Kings Franks: Great x 31 Grand Son of Charles "Charlemagne aka Great" King of the Franks King Lombardy Holy Roman Emperor
Kings France: Great x 25 Grand Son of Hugh I King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 28 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 4 Grandfather: Bourchier Wrey 4th Baronet 9 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 3 Grandfather: Bourchier Wrey 5th Baronet 10 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Florence Rolle Lady Wrey 
10 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 2 Grandfather: Bourchier Wrey 6th Baronet 11 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: John Rolle 10 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 3 Grandmother: Diana Rolle 10 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Christian Bruce 9 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 1 Grandfather: Bourchier Wrey 7th Baronet 12 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 2 Grandmother: Ellen Thresher Lady Wrey
GrandFather: Henry Bourchier Wrey 9th Baronet 13 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 2 Grandfather: John Osborn
Great x 1 Grandmother: Anne Osborn Lady Wrey
Father: Henry Bourchier Toke Wrey 10th Baronet 14 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 1 Grandfather: Nicholas Roundell Toke
GrandMother: Ellen Maria Toke 13 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Bourchier Wrey 4th Baronet 9 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 3 Grandfather: Bourchier Wrey 5th Baronet 10 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Florence Rolle Lady Wrey 10 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 2 Grandfather: Bourchier Wrey 6th Baronet 11 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: John Rolle 10 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 3 Grandmother: Diana Rolle 10 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Christian Bruce 9 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 1 Grandmother: Anna Maria Wrey 12 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 2 Grandmother: Ellen Thresher Lady Wrey
Reverend Albany Bourchier Sherard Wrey 13th Baronet 15 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: William Sherard
Great x 3 Grandfather: Castel Sherard
Great x 2 Grandfather: Reverend Castel Sherard
Great x 1 Grandfather: Reverend Philip Castel Sherard
Great x 3 Grandfather: Richard Caryer of Godmanchester
Great x 2 Grandmother: Jane Caryer
GrandFather: Henry or Philip Sherard 9th Baron Sherard
Mother: Marianne Sarah Sherard Lady Wrey