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 1604 George Fane of Burston (age 23) was elected MP Sandwich.
In 1614 Thomas Smythe (age 56) was elected MP Sandwich.
In November 1640 Thomas Peyton 2nd Baronet (age 27) was elected MP Sandwich.
In 1659 Richard Meredith 2nd Baronet was elected MP Sandwich.
In 1660 Henry Oxenden 1st Baronet (age 46) was elected MP Sandwich.
On 27th October 1665 Colonel John Strode (age 37) was elected MP Sandwich.
In 1679 James Oxenden 2nd Baronet (age 37) was elected MP Sandwich which seat he held until 1685.
In 1685 Philip Parker 1st Baronet (age 67) was elected MP Sandwich.
In 1685 Colonel John Strode (age 57) was elected MP Sandwich.
Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'
This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.
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In 1689 James Oxenden 2nd Baronet (age 47) was elected MP Sandwich which seat he held until 1690.
In 1701 James Oxenden 2nd Baronet (age 59) was elected MP Sandwich which seat he held until 1702.
In 1713 Henry Oxenden 4th Baronet (age 22) was elected MP Sandwich. He was re-elected in 1715.
On 9th May 1720 George Oxenden 5th Baronet (age 25) was elected MP Sandwich at a by-election probably caused by the death of his brother Henry Oxenden 4th Baronet (deceased). He was re-elected in 1722, 1727 and 1734 (when he also contested MP Kent), 1741 and 1747. He stood down in 1754.
In 1807 Admiral Peter Rainier (age 65) was elected MP Sandwich.