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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Henry Hopper is in Sculptors.
In 1767 Henry Hopper was born at Wolsingham, County Durham [Map].
After 15th October 1828. Church of St Mary, Hillington [Map]. Monument to Edward West and Lucretia Georgiana ffolkes sculpted by Henry Hopper (age 61). The armorial Edward West Chief Justice of Bombay 1782-1828 arms and Lucretia Georgiana ffolkes impaled. His arms quartered 
West Arms and Unknown Arms. Her arms quartered 1 
ffolkes Arms 2 
Hovell Arms 3 appears to be Browne as seen in the armorial to William Browne 4 
Turner Baronets Arms.
Edward West: he was born to John Balchen West. His parents died young so he was brought up by his uncle Martin ffolkes 1st Baronet. 26th August 1822 he and Lucretia Georgiana ffolkes were married at St Marylebone Church. She the daughter of his guardian and uncle Martin ffolkes 1st Baronet. On 16th August 1828 he died at Poonah.
Lucretia Georgiana ffolkes: she was born to Martin ffolkes 1st Baronet and Fanny Turner. On 15th October 1828 Lucretia Georgiana ffolkes died in childbirth at Bombay, India eleven days after having given birth to a posthumous son who only lived at few hours.
William Browne: In 1692 he was born. On 24th August 1717 he and Mary Greene were married.
On 4th July 1829 Thomas Capron (age 81) died. On 24th February 1832 Elizabeth Lucas (age 77) died. Memorial in Church of St Rumbold, Stoke Doyle [Map] sculpted by Henry Hopper (age 62).
Thomas Capron: he and Elizabeth Lucas were married. Around 1748 he was born.
Elizabeth Lucas: Around 1752 she was born to John Lucas of Nortoft Manor.
On 27th May 1844 Henry Hopper (age 77) died at 13 Wigmore Street Cavendish Square.
