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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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John Fletcher 1862-1924

Around 1862 John Fletcher was born to Joseph Fletcher [aged 32] and Sarah Yates [aged 26].

1871. Census. Wormhill, Derbyshire [Map].

[his father] Joseph Fletcher [aged 41]. 35. Quarryman.

[his mother] Sarah Yates [aged 35]. Wife. 35.

John Fletcher [aged 9]. Son. 9.

Joseph Fletcher: In 1830 he was born to John Fletcher at Peak Forest, Derbyshire [Map]. In July 1911 he died at Chapel en le Frith, Derbyshire [Map].

Sarah Yates: In 1836 she was born. In 1923 she died.

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1881. Census. Dove Holes, Derbyshire [Map].

[his father] Joseph Fletcher [aged 51]. 51. Limestone Quarry Man.

[his mother] Sarah Yates [aged 45]. Wife. 45.

John Fletcher [aged 19]. Son. 19. Limestone Getter.

On 31st December 1883 John Fletcher [aged 21] and Emma Stafford were married at St Thomas Becket's Church, Chapel en le Frith [Map]. He was resident at Dove Holes, Derbyshire [Map], she at Wormhill, Derbyshire [Map].

1891. Census. Higher Bibbington [Map]. No. 3. Second Row.

John Fletcher [aged 29]. Head. 29. Quarryman.

[his wife] Emma Stafford. Wife. 26.

On 25th February 1896 [his daughter] Edith Fletcher was born to John Fletcher [aged 34] and [his wife] Emma Stafford. She married January 1920 Charles Hadfield.

On 2nd April 1911. Census: Buxton Road [Map].

John Fletcher [aged 49]. Head. 48. Quarry man Stone Blaster.

[his wife] Emma Stafford. Wife. 47.

[his daughter] Edith Fletcher [aged 15]. Daughter. 15.

Edith Fletcher: On 25th February 1896 she was born to John Fletcher and Emma Stafford. In January 1920 Charles Hadfield and she were married.

In July 1911 [his father] Joseph Fletcher [aged 81] died at Chapel en le Frith, Derbyshire [Map].

In January 1920 [his son-in-law] Charles Hadfield [aged 33] and [his daughter] Edith Fletcher [aged 23] were married.

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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 1923 [his mother] Sarah Yates [aged 87] died.

In March 1924 John Fletcher [aged 62] died.

Ancestors of John Fletcher 1862-1924

Great x 1 Grandfather: Edward Fletcher

Grandfather: John Fletcher

Great x 1 Grandmother: Hannah Kemsel

Father: Joseph Fletcher

John Fletcher

Mother: Sarah Yates