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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MP Callington

MP Callington is in Member Parliament.

In 1621 James Wriothesley (age 15) was elected MP Callington.

In 1626 Thomas Jermyn (age 53) was elected MP Callington.

In November 1640 Arthur Ingram (age 75) was elected MP Callington

In 1660 John Coryton 1st Baronet (age 38) was elected MP Callington in a by-election.

In 1660 Allen Brodrick (age 36) was elected MP Callington and MP Orford. He chose to sit for MP Orford.

In 1661 Henry Bennet 1st Earl Arlington (age 43) was elected MP Callington.

In February 1679 John Coryton 1st Baronet (age 57) was elected MP Callington.

In 1681 William Coryton 3rd Baronet (age 30) was elected MP Callington.

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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In 1685 John Coryton 2nd Baronet (age 36) was elected MP Callington in which year he was unseated.

In 1685 William Coryton 3rd Baronet (age 34) was elected MP Callington which seat he held until 1687.

In 1689 John Coryton 2nd Baronet (age 40) was elected MP Callington which seat he held until death the next year.

In 1695 William Coryton 3rd Baronet (age 44) was elected MP Callington which seat he held until 1701.

In November 1703 William Coryton 3rd Baronet (age 53) was elected MP Callington which seat he held until his death in 1711.

In April 1810 William Stephen Poyntz (age 40) was elected MP Callington.

In 1831 Henry Bingham-Baring (age 26) was elected MP Callington.