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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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Albert Way is in Antiquaries.
In 1801 [his father] Lewis Way (age 28) and [his mother] Mary Drewe were married. They had nine children: three sons and six daughters.
On 23rd June 1805 Albert Way was born to [his father] Lewis Way (age 33) and [his mother] Mary Drewe at Bath, Somerset [Map].
In 1839 Albert Way (age 33) was elected Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London.
In 1840 [his father] Lewis Way (age 67) died.
In 1842 Albert Way (age 36) was appointed Director of the Society of Antiquaries of London which position he held until 1846.
In 1843 Albert Way (age 37) and Charles Roach Smith were appointed Joint Honourary Secretary of the British Archaeological Association.
Nænia Cornubiæ by William Borlase Introductory Preface. To John Evans, Esq., F.R.S., to Sir Edward Smirke, and to the Society of Antiquaries, the author is indebted for permission to reproduce drawings from their works; while to the Rev. Canon Greenwell (age 51), of Durham, F.S.A., and to Albert Way (age 66), Esq., F.S.A., he must express his especial thanks for their goodness in replying to several troublesome Antiquarian queries.
On 22nd March 1874 Albert Way (age 68) died.