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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Earl Carbery is in Earl Ireland.
In 1628 John Vaughan 1st Earl Carbery (age 53) was created 1st Earl Carbery.
On 6th May 1634 John Vaughan 1st Earl Carbery (age 59) died at Golden Grove, Llanfihangel. His son Richard (age 34) succeeded 2nd Earl Carbery.
Before 8th August 1637 Richard Vaughan 2nd Earl Carbery (age 37) and Bridget Lloyd Countess Carbery were married. She by marriage Countess Carbery. He the son of John Vaughan 1st Earl Carbery.
On 8th August 1637 Richard Vaughan 2nd Earl Carbery (age 37) and Frances Altham Countess Carbery (age 16) were married at Acton. She by marriage Countess Carbery. The difference in their ages was 21 years. He the son of John Vaughan 1st Earl Carbery.
After 1650 Richard Vaughan 2nd Earl Carbery (age 50) and Alice Egerton Countess Carbery were married. She by marriage Countess Carbery. She the daughter of John Egerton 1st Earl Bridgewater and Frances Stanley Countess Bridgewater. He the son of John Vaughan 1st Earl Carbery.
In 1686 Richard Vaughan 2nd Earl Carbery (age 86) died. His son John (age 46) succeeded 3rd Earl Carbery. Anne Savile Countess Carbery (age 23) by marriage Countess Carbery.
On 12th January 1713 John Vaughan 3rd Earl Carbery (age 73) died. Earl Carbery extinct.