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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St Mary's Church, Elton is in Elton, Herefordshire, Churches in Herefordshire.
St Mary's Church, Elton [Map] was built in the 12th Century and restored in 1876 by W E Martin when the bell turret and south porch were added. On the north wall are the Royal Arms of Queen Elizabeth I carved in wood and with the inscription "God save the Queene".
After 8th January 1845. Memorial to John Cæsar Hawkins (deceased) at St Mary's Church, Elton [Map].
John Cæsar Hawkins: On 20th December 1805 he was born to John Cæsar Hawkins 3rd Baronet and Charlotte Cassandra Surtees. On 7th April 1836 John Cæsar Hawkins and Louisa Georgiana Letitia Ricketts were married. On 8th January 1845 John Cæsar Hawkins died.
After 3rd August 1860. Memorial to Elizabeth Knight (deceased) at St Mary's Church, Elton [Map] sculpted by George Gammon Adams (age 39).
Elizabeth Knight: On 18th March 1798 she was born to Thomas Andrew Knight of Downton Castle in Herefordshire. On 3rd August 1860 she died.
After 1918. St Mary's Church, Elton [Map]. Roll of Service including Brigadier Edward Cecil Neville Custance (age 23)
Brigadier Edward Cecil Neville Custance: On 9th December 1894 he was born to Charles Edward Salwey Custance. On 30th August 1984 Brigadier Edward Cecil Neville Custance died.
After 19th November 1950. Memorial to Charles Victor Hambleton Custance (deceased) at St Mary's Church, Elton [Map].
Charles Victor Hambleton Custance: On 7th April 1897 he was born to Charles Edward Salwey Custance. On 19th November 1950 Charles Victor Hambleton Custance died.