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Master of Arts: Oxford University

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Elizabeth I's visit to Oxford University

Around August 1566 Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (age 32) visited Oxford University. William Cecil 1st Baron Burghley (age 45) was created Master of Arts: Oxford University.

On 30th August 1605 George Chaworth 1st Viscount Chaworth (age 51) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University.

On 9th May 1618 Dean Thomas Turner (age 27) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University.

On 30th October 1633 Bishop Nicholas Monck (age 23) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Wadham College, Oxford University.

In 1638 Henry Killigrew (age 24) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University at Christ Church College, Oxford University.

In 1643 George Joyliffe (age 22) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University from Pembroke College, Oxford University.

On 2nd June 1643 Hugh Wyndham Baron of the Exchequer (age 41) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University by Royal Warrant.

In 1658 Robert Reading 1st Baronet (age 18) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University by Christ Church College, Oxford University.

On 21st March 1667 Bishop William Moreton (age 26) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University.

In 1670 Richard Annesley 3rd Baron Altham (age 15) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Magdalen College, Oxford University.

On 8th May 1707 John Digby (age 20) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University at Magdalen College, Oxford University.

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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On 12th October 1711 Robert Digby (age 19) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University at Magdalen College, Oxford University.

On 3rd November 1712 William Greville 7th Baron Brooke (age 17) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Wadham College, Oxford University.

On 31st January 1729 George Brudenell aka Montagu 1st Duke Montagu (age 16) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Queen's College, Oxford University.

In 1731 William Courtenay 7th Earl Devon (age 21) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Magdalen College, Oxford University.

On 26th January 1741 Francis Scott (age 19) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University at Christ Church College, Oxford University.

In 1751 Richard Grosvenor 1st Earl Grosvenor (age 19) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Oriel College, Oxford University.

In 1754 Bishop Frederick Keppel (age 25) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Christ Church College, Oxford University.

In 1766 Bishop Reginald Courtenay (age 24) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Christ Church College, Oxford University.

Abbot John Whethamstede’s Chronicle of the Abbey of St Albans

Abbot John Whethamstede's Register aka Chronicle of his second term at the Abbey of St Albans, 1451-1461, is a remarkable text that describes his first-hand experience of the beginning of the Wars of the Roses including the First and Second Battles of St Albans, 1455 and 1461, respectively, their cause, and their consequences, not least on the Abbey itself. His text also includes Loveday, Blore Heath, Northampton, the Act of Accord, Wakefield, and Towton, and ends with the Coronation of King Edward IV. In addition to the events of the Wars of the Roses, Abbot John, or his scribes who wrote the Chronicle, include details in the life of the Abbey such as charters, letters, land exchanges, visits by legates, and disputes, which provide a rich insight into the day-to-day life of the Abbey, and the challenges faced by its Abbot.

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In July 1771 Thomas Frankland 6th Baronet (age 20) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University at Merton College, Oxford University.

In 1781 Benjamin Hobhouse 1st Baronet (age 24) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Broadgates Hall, Oxford University.

On 30th May 1786 George Talbot Rice 3rd Baron Dynevor (age 20) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University at Christ Church College, Oxford University.

In 1811 Spencer Rodney 5th Baron Rodney (age 25) was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University at All Souls College, Oxford University.

In 1824 Spencer Bulkeley Wynn 3rd Baron Newborough (age 20) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Christ Church College, Oxford University.

In 1844 Edward Frederick Leveson-Gower (age 24) graduated Master of Arts: Oxford University at Christ Church College, Oxford University.

On 18th January 1870 John Reade 6th Baronet matriculated Magdalen College, Oxford University as a Gentleman Commoner. On 2nd July 1783 John Reade 6th Baronet was awarded Master of Arts: Oxford University.