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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Baron Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire is in Baronies of England Alphabetically, Baronies of England Chronologically, Extinct Baronies of England.
Summary
16th June 1796. Peter Burrell Baron Willoughby, 1st Baron Gwydyr [aged 42] created.
29th June 1820. Son Peter Drummond Burrell 2nd Baron Gwydyr 22nd Baron Willoughby [aged 38] succeeded.
22nd February 1865. Son Almeric Drummond Willoughby 23rd Baron Willoughby 3rd Baron Gwydyr [aged 44] succeeded.
26th August 1870. First Cousin Peter Burrell 4th Baron Gwydyr [aged 60] succeeded.
3rd April 1909. Son Willoughby Burrell 5th Baron Gwydyr [aged 67] succeeded.
14th February 1915. Willoughby Burrell 5th Baron Gwydyr extinct.
On 16th June 1796 Peter Burrell Baron Willoughby, 1st Baron Gwydyr [aged 42] was created 1st Baron Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire. Priscilla Barbara Elizabeth Bertie 21st Baroness Willoughby of Eresby [aged 35] by marriage Baroness Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire.
On 29th June 1820 Peter Burrell Baron Willoughby, 1st Baron Gwydyr [aged 66] died. His son Peter [aged 38] succeeded 2nd Baron Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire. Clementina Sarah Drummond Baroness Gwydyr and Willoughby [aged 34] by marriage Baroness Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire.
On 22nd February 1865 Peter Drummond Burrell 2nd Baron Gwydyr 22nd Baron Willoughby [aged 82] died. His son Almeric [aged 44] succeeded 23rd Baron Willoughby de Eresby, 3rd Baron Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire.
On 26th August 1870 Almeric Drummond Willoughby 23rd Baron Willoughby 3rd Baron Gwydyr [aged 49] died. He was buried at Church of St Michael and All Angels, Edenham [Map]. His sister Clementina [aged 60] succeeded 24th Baroness Willoughby de Eresby. Gilbert John Heathcote 1st Baron Aveland by marriage Baron Willoughby de Eresby. His first cousin Peter [aged 60] succeeded 4th Baron Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire.
On 3rd April 1909 Peter Burrell 4th Baron Gwydyr [aged 98] died. His son Willoughby [aged 67] succeeded 5th Baron Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire.
On 14th February 1915 Willoughby Burrell 5th Baron Gwydyr [aged 73] died. Baron Gwydyr of Cwydyr in Carnarfonshire extinct.