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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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Paternal Family Tree: Harrington
Maternal Family Tree: Isabel English
William Harrington and Margaret Neville were married.
Before 1364 [his father] Nicholas Harrington of Hornby (age 17) and [his mother] Isabel English were married.
Around 1373 William Harrington was born to [his father] Nicholas Harrington of Hornby (age 27) and [his mother] Isabel English at Farleton, Lancashire.
Before August 1397 [his father] Nicholas Harrington of Hornby (age 51) and [his step-mother] Joan or Jennet Venables (age 52) were married.
Around 1398 [his daughter] Helen Harrington was born to William Harrington (age 25) and Margaret Neville (age 42). She married 1415 Richard Molyneux and had issue.
Around 1400 [his son] Thomas Harrington was born to William Harrington (age 27) and Margaret Neville (age 44). He married 1419 his half fourth cousin twice removed Elizabeth Dacre, daughter of Thomas Dacre 6th Baron Dacre Gilsland and Philippa Neville Baroness Dacre of Gilsland, and had issue.
Before February 1404 [his father] Nicholas Harrington of Hornby (age 58) died at Farleton, Lancashire.
In 1406 [his daughter] Isabel Harrington was born to William Harrington (age 33) and Margaret Neville (age 50). She married before 29th August 1429 John Boteler of Bewsey and had issue.
Abbot John Whethamstede’s Chronicle of the Abbey of St Albans
Abbot John Whethamstede's Register aka Chronicle of his second term at the Abbey of St Albans, 1451-1461, is a remarkable text that describes his first-hand experience of the beginning of the Wars of the Roses including the First and Second Battles of St Albans, 1455 and 1461, respectively, their cause, and their consequences, not least on the Abbey itself. His text also includes Loveday, Blore Heath, Northampton, the Act of Accord, Wakefield, and Towton, and ends with the Coronation of King Edward IV. In addition to the events of the Wars of the Roses, Abbot John, or his scribes who wrote the Chronicle, include details in the life of the Abbey such as charters, letters, land exchanges, visits by legates, and disputes, which provide a rich insight into the day-to-day life of the Abbey, and the challenges faced by its Abbot.
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In 1415 [his son-in-law] Richard Molyneux (age 18) and [his daughter] Helen Harrington (age 17) were married.
25th October 1415At the Battle of Agincourt the English included: Louis Robbessart (age 25), Richard Beauchamp 13th Earl Warwick (age 33), William Botreaux 3rd Baron Botreaux (age 26), William Bourchier 1st Count of Eu (age 41), Thomas Rokeby (age 22), John Cornwall 1st Baron Fanhope 1st Baron Milbroke (age 51), Edward Courtenay (age 30), Ralph Cromwell 3rd Baron Cromwell (age 12), Thomas Dutton (age 19), Edmund Ferrers 6th Baron Ferrers of Chartley (age 29), Roger Fiennes (age 31), Henry Fitzhugh 3rd Baron Fitzhugh (age 57), John Grey (age 28), John Grey 1st Earl Tankerville (age 31), William Harrington (age 42) as the King's Standard Bearer, Walter Hungerford 1st Baron Hungerford (age 37), Piers Legh (age 26) (wounded), Alfred Longford, Thomas Montagu 1st Count Perche 4th Earl Salisbury (age 27), Thomas Morley 6th Baron Marshal 5th Baron Morley (age 22), John Rodney, Richard Scrope 3rd Baron Scrope of Bolton (age 22), Robert Strelley (age 18), James Tuchet 5th Baron Audley, 2nd Baron Tuchet (age 17), Robert Umfraville (age 52), Thomas West 2nd Baron West (age 35), Robert Willoughby 6th Baron Willoughby (age 30). Thomas Erpingham (age 60) commanded the archers. Thomas Rempston (age 26) was present. Thomas Strickland (age 48) carried the Banner of St George.
Thomas Tunstall (age 57) was killed.
The Welsh included: William ap Thomas "Blue Knight of Gwent" Herbert (age 35), Walter Sais (age 95), Roger Vaughan (age 70) and his son Roger Vaughan (age 5). Owen Tudor (age 15) is believed to have been present as a squire.
In 1416 William Harrington (age 43) was appointed 123rd Knight of the Garter by King Henry V of England (age 29).
On 29th July 1418 the English forces commenced the Siege of Rouen. Robert Willoughby 6th Baron Willoughby (age 33) fought. John Blount (age 30) died. William Harrington (age 45), the King's Standard Bearer, was wounded.
Walter Hungerford 1st Baron Hungerford (age 40) fought.
Henry Beaufort 2nd Earl Somerset (age 17) was killed. His brother John (age 15) succeeded 3rd Earl Somerset.
In 1419 [his son] Thomas Harrington (age 19) and [his daughter-in-law] Elizabeth Dacre (age 11) were married. They were half fourth cousin twice removed. She a great x 5 granddaughter of King Edward I of England.
On 16th June 1422 [his daughter] Helen Harrington (age 24) died.
Before 29th August 1429 [his son-in-law] John Boteler of Bewsey (age 27) and [his daughter] Isabel Harrington (age 23) were married.
On 22nd February 1440 William Harrington (age 67) died at Hornby Castle [Map]. He was buried at Urswick, Cumberland.
Great x 2 Grandfather: Robert Harrington 
Great x 1 Grandfather: John Harrington 1st Baron Harington
Great x 3 Grandfather: Richard Cansfield
Great x 2 Grandmother: Agnes Cansfield
GrandFather: John Harrington of Farleton
Great x 1 Grandmother: Juliana Barlingham
Father: Nicholas Harrington of Hornby
GrandMother: Katherine Banastre
Mother: Isabel English