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Anne Boleyn. Her Life as told by Lancelot de Carle's 1536 Letter.
In 1536, two weeks after the execution of Anne Boleyn, her brother George and four others, Lancelot du Carle, wrote an extraordinary letter that described Anne's life, and her trial and execution, to which he was a witness. This book presents a new translation of that letter, with additional material from other contemporary sources such as Letters, Hall's and Wriothesley's Chronicles, the pamphlets of Wynkyn the Worde, the Memorial of George Constantyne, the Portuguese Letter and the Baga de Secrets, all of which are provided in Appendices.
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Sheriff of London is in Sheriff.
In 1 Rowland Hill was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1453 Thomas Cooke was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1475 Edmund Shaa (age 39) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1503 Henry Keble was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1509 George Monoux (age 44) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1510 John Milbourne was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1511 Thomas Murfyn was elected Sheriff of London.
William of Worcester's Chronicle of England
William of Worcester, born around 1415, and died around 1482 was secretary to John Fastolf, the renowned soldier of the Hundred Years War, during which time he collected documents, letters, and wrote a record of events. Following their return to England in 1440 William was witness to major events. Twice in his chronicle he uses the first person: 1. when writing about the murder of Thomas, 7th Baron Scales, in 1460, he writes '… and I saw him lying naked in the cemetery near the porch of the church of St. Mary Overie in Southwark …' and 2. describing King Edward IV's entry into London in 1461 he writes '… proclaimed that all the people themselves were to recognize and acknowledge Edward as king. I was present and heard this, and immediately went down with them into the city'. William’s Chronicle is rich in detail. It is the source of much information about the Wars of the Roses, including the term 'Diabolical Marriage' to describe the marriage of Queen Elizabeth Woodville’s brother John’s marriage to Katherine, Dowager Duchess of Norfolk, he aged twenty, she sixty-five or more, and the story about a paper crown being placed in mockery on the severed head of Richard, 3rd Duke of York.
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In 1518 John Alleyn was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1525 Ralph Dodmer was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1527 William Holles (age 56) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1528 Ralph Warren (age 42) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1540 Alderman Martin Bowes (age 43) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1543 Richard Dobbs was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1544 Andrew Judde (age 51) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1547 Thomas White (age 55) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1548 William Locke (age 62) was appointed Sheriff of London.
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 1552 William Garrard (age 45) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1553 John Maynard (age 44) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1554 William Chester (age 45) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1555 John White was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1558 Richard Champion (age 63) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1560 Christopher Draper (age 50) was elected Sheriff of London. See Henry Machyn's Diary 01 Aug 1560.
In August 1560 Thomas Lodge (age 51) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1562 William Allen (age 47) was elected Sheriff of London.
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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Before 10th April 1567 Richard Lambert was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1568 John Oliph was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1581 William Webbe was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1584 Stephen Slaney was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1600 Thomas Smythe (age 42) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1602 Thomas Cambell (age 66) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1604 Thomas Myddelton of Chirk (age 54) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1611 Edward Barkham (age 41) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1614 John Gore (age 53) was elected Sheriff of London but did not take office until 1615.
In 1625 Thomas Westrow was appointed Sheriff of London.
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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Before 3rd November 1625 Ellis Crispe (age 63) was elected Sheriff of London. He died shortly after his election.
In 1628 William Acton 1st Baronet (age 58) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1629 Edmund Wright was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1630 Anthony Abdy (age 50) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1630 Edmund Wright was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1638 Isaac Penington (age 54) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1645 John Kendrick was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1646 Thomas Foote 1st Baronet (age 48) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1658 Anthony Bateman (age 42) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1663 Richard Ford (age 49) was elected Sheriff of London.
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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John Evelyn's Diary. 26th September 1672. I carried with me to dinner my Lord H. Howard (age 44) (now to be made Earl of Norwich and Earl Marshal of England) to Sir Robert Clayton's (age 43), now Sheriff of London, at his new house, where we had a great feast; it is built indeed for a great magistrate, at excessive cost. The cedar dining room is painted with the history of the Giants' War, incomparably done by Mr. Streeter (age 51), but the figures are too near the eye.
In 1675 John Lethieullier Merchant (age 42) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1687 Basil Firebrace 1st Baronet (age 35) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1704 Willam Humphreys 1st Baronet was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1704 John Buckworth 1st Baronet (age 41) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1710 George Thorold 1st Baronet (age 44) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1710 Francis Eyles 1st Baronet was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1711 Thomas Dunk Ironmonger was appointed Sheriff of London.
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 1720 John Eyles 2nd Baronet (age 37) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1723 Edward Bellamy was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1727 Thomas Lombe (age 41) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1743 Charles Egleton was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1754 Samuel Fludyer (age 50) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1754 Matthew Blakiston 1st Baronet (age 52) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1764 Thomas Harley (age 33) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1783 Robert Taylor (age 69) was appointed Sheriff of London.
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 1785 James Sanderson 1st Baronet (age 43) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1804 William Domville 1st Baronet (age 61) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1809 Matthew Wood 1st Baronet (age 40) was appointed Sheriff of London.
In 1855 Colonel William Anderson Rose (age 34) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1869 Joseph Causton (age 54) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1899 William Purdie Treloar 1st Baronet (age 55) was elected Sheriff of London.
In 1558 Alderman Richard Mallory was appointed Sheriff of London.
Richard Rich was appointed Sheriff of London.
John Machell was appointed Sheriff of London.