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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1654 First Protectorate Parliament
1656 Second Protectorate Parliament
Before November 1630 [his father] Robert Bernard 1st Baronet (age 29) and [his mother] Elizabeth Tallakerne were married.
In November 1630 John Bernard 2nd Baronet was born to [his father] Robert Bernard 1st Baronet (age 29) and [his mother] Elizabeth Tallakerne.
After 6th June 1642 [his father] Robert Bernard 1st Baronet (age 41) and [his step-mother] Elizabeth Altham were married.
On 21st January 1645 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 14) was admitted to the Middle Temple.
On 12th April 1646 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 15) was admitted to Christ's College, Cambridge University [Map].
In 1654 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 23) was elected MP Huntingdon in the First Protectorate Parliament.
In 1656 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 25) was elected MP Huntingdon in the Second Protectorate Parliament.
In 1659 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 28) was elected MP Huntingdon in the Convention Parliament.
In 1659 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 28) was elected MP Huntingdon in the Third Protectorate Parliament.
In or before 1662 [his father] Robert Bernard 1st Baronet (age 60) and Helen Saunderson were married. No issue.
On 1st July 1662 [his father] Robert Bernard 1st Baronet (age 61) was created 1st Baronet Bernard of Huntingdon.
In 1666 [his father] Robert Bernard 1st Baronet (age 65) died. His son John (age 35) succeeded 2nd Baronet Bernard of Huntingdon.
Before 1670 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 39) and Elizabeth St John were married. They had one son and eight daughters.
Before 25th June 1679 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 48) and Grace Schuckburgh (age 39) were married. They had one son and eight daughters.
On 25th June 1679 John Bernard 2nd Baronet (age 48) died. There is some confusion over the date since his monument at St Mary Magdalene Church, Brampton [Map] states Jun 1671 although their is a faint 'x' above the last 'i' suggesting an error by the carver. He was buried at St Mary Magdalene Church, Brampton [Map]. His son Robert succeeded 3rd Baronet Bernard of Huntingdon.
Around 1721 [his former wife] Grace Schuckburgh (age 81) died.
[his son] Robert Bernard 3rd Baronet was born to John Bernard 2nd Baronet and Elizabeth St John. He married in or before 1695 Anne Welden.
GrandFather: John Tallakerne of Ashen Hall in Essex
Mother: Elizabeth Tallakerne