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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Paternal Family Tree: Archer
Before 1650 [his father] Thomas Archer (age 30) and [his mother] Anne Leigh (age 16) were married.
Before 2nd August 1659, the date he was baptised, Andrew Archer was born to [his father] Thomas Archer (age 40) and [his mother] Anne Leigh (age 26).
In 1678 Andrew Archer (age 18) was educated at Trinity College, Oxford University.
In 1680 Andrew Archer (age 20) admitted at Inner Temple.
On 24th October 1685 [his mother] Anne Leigh (age 52) died.
On or before 25th October 1685, the date he was buried at Tamworth, Staffordshire [Map], [his father] Thomas Archer (age 66) died.
In 1690 Andrew Archer (age 30) was elected MP Warwickshire.
On 21st July 1695 [his son] Thomas Archer 1st Baron Archer was born to Andrew Archer (age 35) and [his future wife] Elizabeth Dashwood. He married Catherine Tipping Baroness Archer, daughter of Thomas Tipping 1st Baronet and Anne Cheke, and had issue.
In 1700 [his son] Henry Archer was born to Andrew Archer (age 40) and [his future wife] Elizabeth Dashwood.
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 1702 Andrew Archer (age 42) and Elizabeth Dashwood were married.
In 1705 Andrew Archer (age 45) was elected MP Warwickshire.
In 1713 Andrew Archer (age 53) was elected MP Warwickshire.
In 12th July 1720 [his son-in-law] Thomas Chaplin of Blankney (age 36) and [his daughter] Diana Archer were married.
On 31st August 1741 Andrew Archer (age 82) died.
[his daughter] Diana Archer was born to Andrew Archer and Elizabeth Dashwood. She married 12th July 1720 Thomas Chaplin of Blankney and had issue.
[his daughter] Elizabeth Archer was born to Andrew Archer and Elizabeth Dashwood.
[his daughter] Sarah Archer was born to Andrew Archer and Elizabeth Dashwood.
[his daughter] Anne Archer was born to Andrew Archer and Elizabeth Dashwood.
Kings Wessex: Great x 20 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England
Kings Gwynedd: Great x 16 Grand Son of Owain "Great" King Gwynedd
Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 22 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth
Kings Powys: Great x 17 Grand Son of Maredudd ap Bleddyn King Powys
Kings England: Great x 14 Grand Son of King Edward I of England
Kings Scotland: Great x 19 Grand Son of King Duncan I of Scotland
Kings Franks: Great x 18 Grand Son of Louis VII King of the Franks
Kings France: Great x 20 Grand Son of Robert "Pious" II King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 25 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
GrandFather: Simon Archer
Father: Thomas Archer 13 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 4 Grandfather: Humphrey Ferrers 
9 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 3 Grandfather: John Ferrers 10 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 4 Grandmother: Margaret or Margot Pigot
Great x 2 Grandfather: Humphrey Ferrers 11 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 4 Grandfather: Francis Cockayne 
10 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 3 Grandmother: Barbara Cockayne 11 x Great Grand Daughter of
Great x 4 Grandmother: Dorothy Marrow
Great x 1 Grandfather: John Ferrers of Tamworth Castle 11 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 4 Grandfather: John Bradbourne 8 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 3 Grandfather: Humphrey Bradbourne 9 x Great Grand Son of
Great x 4 Grandmother: Isabel Cotton
Great x 2 Grandmother: Anne Bradbourne 10 x Great Grand Daughter of
GrandMother: Anne Ferrers 12 x Great Grand Daughter of
Andrew Archer 14 x Great Grand Son of
GrandFather: Richard Leigh
Mother: Anne Leigh