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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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In 1554 James Bassett (age 28) was elected MP Devon.
In 1555 James Bassett (age 29) was elected MP Devon.
In 1558 James Bassett (age 32) was elected MP Devon.
In 1572 Arthur Bassett (age 31) was elected MP Devon.
In 1597 Amyas Bampfylde of Poltimore and North Molton (age 37) was elected MP Devon.
On 27th January 1607 John Acland (age 55) was elected MP Devon.
In 1628 John Bampylde (age 42) was elected MP Devon.
In 1628 Francis Drake 1st Baronet (age 39) was elected MP Devon.
The History of William Marshal was commissioned by his son shortly after William’s death in 1219 to celebrate the Marshal’s remarkable life; it is an authentic, contemporary voice. The manuscript was discovered in 1861 by French historian Paul Meyer. Meyer published the manuscript in its original Anglo-French in 1891 in two books. This book is a line by line translation of the first of Meyer’s books; lines 1-10152. Book 1 of the History begins in 1139 and ends in 1194. It describes the events of the Anarchy, the role of William’s father John, John’s marriages, William’s childhood, his role as a hostage at the siege of Newbury, his injury and imprisonment in Poitou where he met Eleanor of Aquitaine and his life as a knight errant. It continues with the accusation against him of an improper relationship with Margaret, wife of Henry the Young King, his exile, and return, the death of Henry the Young King, the rebellion of Richard, the future King Richard I, war with France, the death of King Henry II, and the capture of King Richard, and the rebellion of John, the future King John. It ends with the release of King Richard and the death of John Marshal.
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In 1656 Richard Reynell of Ogwell in Devon was elected MP Devon.
In 1679 Edward Seymour 4th Baronet (age 46) was elected MP Devon.
On 18th February 1679 William Courtenay 5th Earl Devon (age 50) was elected MP Devon.
In 1698 Edward Seymour 4th Baronet (age 65) was elected MP Devon.
In 1701 William Courtenay 6th Earl Devon (age 24) was elected MP Devon.
In 1702 William Courtenay 6th Earl Devon (age 25) was elected MP Devon.
In 1705 William Courtenay 6th Earl Devon (age 28) was elected MP Devon.
In 1708 William Courtenay 6th Earl Devon (age 31) was elected MP Devon.
In 1710 William Pole 4th Baronet (age 32) was elected MP Devon.
Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.
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On 22nd July 1712 William Courtenay 6th Earl Devon (age 36) was elected MP Devon.
In 1713 William Courtenay 6th Earl Devon (age 36) was elected MP Devon.
In 1741 William Courtenay 7th Earl Devon (age 31) was elected MP Devon.
In 1832 John Crocker Bulteel (age 39) was elected MP Devon.