Annals of the six Kings of England by Nicholas Trivet
Translation of the Annals of the Six Kings of England by that traces the rise and rule of the Angevin aka Plantagenet dynasty from the mid-12th to early 14th century. Written by the Dominican scholar Nicholas Trivet, the work offers a vivid account of English history from the reign of King Stephen through to the death of King Edward I, blending political narrative with moral reflection. Covering the reigns of six monarchs—from Stephen to Edward I—the chronicle explores royal authority, rebellion, war, and the shifting balance between crown, church, and nobility. Trivet provides detailed insight into defining moments such as baronial conflicts, Anglo-French rivalry, and the consolidation of royal power under Edward I, whose reign he describes with particular immediacy. The Annals combines careful year-by-year reporting with thoughtful interpretation, presenting history not merely as a sequence of events but as a moral and political lesson. Ideal for readers interested in medieval history, kingship, and the origins of the English state, this chronicle remains a valuable and accessible window into the turbulent world of the Plantagenet kings.
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Paternal Family Tree: Lawson of Isel Hall in Cumbria
On 31st October 1664 Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet was born to [his father] William Lawson and [his mother] Milcah Strickland.
On 13th December 1688 [his grandfather] Wilfrid Lawson 1st Baronet (age 78) died. His grandson Wilfrid (age 24) succeeded 2nd Baronet Lawson of Isel Hall in Cumbria. He was buried at St Michael's Church, Isel where his memorial has the inscription: "Here lies Sir Wilfrid Lawson, baronet, and his [his grandmother] Lady Jane. He departed this life 13th day of December 1688 aged 79 And she the 8th June 1677 aged 65. Having married four sons and eight daughters. Vivit post funers virtue [He lives after the funeral by virtue].
In 1689 Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet (age 24) was appointed High Sheriff of Cumberland.
In 1690 Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet (age 25) was elected MP Cockermouth which seat he held until 1695.
In or before 1697 Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet (age 32) and Elizabeth Preston were married. They had three sons; Wilfrid, William who died a bachelor; and John, an army officer, accidentally killed during a review at Dublin, when struck by a ball aimed towards a fellow officer. Their eldest daughter Elizabeth also met an unfortunate death, falling from a horse whilst riding in the park at Castle Howard, Yorkshire. Reports suggest that she lost her life owing to an over-excess of modesty. For as her servant tried to disentangle her petticoat from the saddle she screamed, frightening the horse, which kicked her.
In 1697 [his son] Wilfrid Lawson 3rd Baronet was born to Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet (age 32) and [his wife] Elizabeth Preston. He married before 1731 Elizabeth Lucy Mordaunt and had issue.
On 11th November 1704 Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet (age 40) died. His son Wilfrid (age 7) succeeded 3rd Baronet Lawson of Isel Hall in Cumbria.
[his daughter] Ellen Lawson Viscountess Knutsford was born to Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet and Elizabeth Preston. She married 5th November 1884 Arthur Holland 3rd Viscount Knutsford, son of Henry Holland 1st Viscount Knutsford and Elizabeth Margaret HIbbert Lady Holland, and had issue.
[his father] William Lawson and [his mother] Milcah Strickland were married.
Kings Wessex: Great x 21 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England
Kings Gwynedd: Great x 17 Grand Son of Owain "Great" King Gwynedd
Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 23 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth
Kings Powys: Great x 18 Grand Son of Maredudd ap Bleddyn King Powys
Kings England: Great x 16 Grand Son of King John of England
Kings Scotland: Great x 20 Grand Son of King Duncan I of Scotland
Kings Franks: Great x 27 Grand Son of Louis "Pious" King Aquitaine I King of the Franks
Kings France: Great x 21 Grand Son of Robert "Pious" II King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 26 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 1 Grandfather: William Lawson
GrandFather: Wilfrid Lawson 1st Baronet
Great x 2 Grandfather: William Bewley of Hesket
Great x 1 Grandmother: Judith Bewley
Father: William Lawson
GrandMother: Jane Musgrave 
Wilfrid Lawson 2nd Baronet 16 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 4 Grandfather: Walter Strickland 
10 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 3 Grandfather: Roger Strickland 11 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 2 Grandfather: William Strickland "The Navigator" 12 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 1 Grandfather: Walter Strickland 13 x Great Grand Son of
GrandFather: William Strickland 1st Baronet 14 x Great Grand Son of
Mother: Milcah Strickland 15 x Great Grand Daughter of
Great x 1 Grandfather: Richard Cholmley of Whitby
GrandMother: Margaret Cholmley