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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Paternal Family Tree: Fiennes
Roger Fiennes and Elizabeth Holland were married. She the daughter of John Holland 1st Duke Exeter and Elizabeth Lancaster Duchess Exeter. They were fourth cousin once removed. She a great granddaughter of King Edward III of England.
Before 14th September 1384 Roger Fiennes was born to [his father] William Fiennes [aged 27] and [his mother] Elizabeth Battisford. He was christened at Herstmonceux Castle, East Sussex [Map].
On 18th January 1402 [his father] William Fiennes [aged 44] died at Chevening, Sevenoaks.
In 1415 [his son] Richard Fiennes Baron Dacre Gilsland was born to Roger Fiennes [aged 30] and Elizabeth Holland [aged 26]. He a great x 2 grandson of King Edward III of England. He married June 1446 his fourth cousin once removed Joan Dacre 7th Baroness Dacre of Gilsland and had issue.
25th October 1415At the Battle of Agincourt the English included: Louis Robbessart [aged 25], Richard Beauchamp 13th Earl Warwick [aged 33], William Botreaux 3rd Baron Botreaux [aged 26], William Bourchier 1st Count of Eu [aged 41], Thomas Rokeby [aged 35], John Cornwall 1st Baron Fanhope 1st Baron Milbroke [aged 51], Edward Courtenay [aged 30], Ralph Cromwell 3rd Baron Cromwell [aged 12], Thomas Dutton [aged 19], Edmund Ferrers 6th Baron Ferrers of Chartley [aged 29], Roger Fiennes [aged 31], Henry Fitzhugh 3rd Baron Fitzhugh [aged 57], John Grey [aged 28], John Grey 1st Earl Tankerville [aged 31], William Harrington [aged 42] as the King's Standard Bearer, Walter Hungerford 1st Baron Hungerford [aged 37], Piers Legh [aged 26] (wounded), Alfred Longford, Thomas Montagu 1st Count Perche 4th Earl Salisbury [aged 27], Thomas Morley 6th Baron Marshal 5th Baron Morley [aged 22], John Rodney, Richard Scrope 3rd Baron Scrope of Bolton [aged 22], Robert Strelley [aged 18], James Tuchet 5th Baron Audley, 2nd Baron Tuchet [aged 17], Robert Umfraville [aged 52], Thomas West 2nd Baron West [aged 35], Robert Willoughby 6th Baron Willoughby [aged 30]. Thomas Erpingham [aged 60] commanded the archers. Thomas Rempston [aged 26] was present. Thomas Strickland [aged 48] carried the Banner of St George.
Thomas Tunstall [aged 57] was killed.
The Welsh included: William ap Thomas "Blue Knight of Gwent" Herbert [aged 35], Walter Sais [aged 95], Roger Vaughan [aged 70] and his son Roger Vaughan [aged 5]. Owen Tudor [aged 15] is believed to have been present as a squire.
Before 8th June 1422 Roger Fiennes [aged 37] was knighted.
In 1423 John Fastolf [aged 43] and Millicent Tiptoft [aged 54] sold Hever Castle, Kent [Map] to Roger Fiennes [aged 38] to fund his campaigns in France.
In 1439 Roger Fiennes [aged 54] was appointed Treasurer of the Royal Household.
In 1441 Roger Fiennes [aged 56] built Herstmonceux Castle, East Sussex [Map].
In 1441 Roger Fiennes [aged 56] was appointed Keeper of the King's Wardrobe to King Henry VI of England and II of France [aged 19].
In June 1446 [his son] Richard Fiennes Baron Dacre Gilsland [aged 31] and [his daughter-in-law] Joan Dacre 7th Baroness Dacre of Gilsland [aged 13] were married. He by marriage Baron Dacre Gilsland. They were fourth cousin once removed. He a great x 2 grandson of King Edward III of England.
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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In 1447 [his brother] James Fiennes 1st Baron Saye and Sele [aged 52] was created 1st Baron Saye and Sele.
In 1449 Roger Fiennes [aged 64] died. He was buried at All Saints Church, Herstmonceux. His estates including Hever Castle, Kent [Map] were inherited by his brother James Fiennes 1st Baron Saye and Sele [aged 54].
[his daughter] Eleanor Fiennes was born to Roger Fiennes and Elizabeth Holland. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Edward III of England.
[his daughter] Margaret Fiennes was born to Roger Fiennes and Elizabeth Holland. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Edward III of England. She married Nicholas Carew and had issue.
[his son] Robert Fiennes was born to Roger Fiennes and Elizabeth Holland. He a great x 2 grandson of King Edward III of England.
[his father] William Fiennes and [his mother] Elizabeth Battisford were married.
[his son] James Fiennes was born to Roger Fiennes and Elizabeth Holland. He a great x 2 grandson of King Edward III of England.
Kings Wessex: Great x 12 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England
Kings Gwynedd: Great x 14 Grand Son of Maredudd ab Owain King Deheubarth King Powys King Gwynedd
Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 16 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth
Kings Powys: Great x 14 Grand Son of Maredudd ab Owain King Deheubarth King Powys King Gwynedd
Kings England: Great x 9 Grand Son of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Kings Scotland: Great x 11 Grand Son of King Duncan I of Scotland
Kings Franks: Great x 17 Grand Son of Charles "Charlemagne aka Great" King of the Franks King Lombardy Holy Roman Emperor
Kings France: Great x 12 Grand Son of Hugh I King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 16 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 4 Grandfather: Enguerrand Ingleram Fiennes 
Great x 3 Grandfather: Giles Fiennes
Great x 4 Grandmother: Isabel Provence 
Great x 2 Grandfather: John Fiennes
Great x 1 Grandfather: John Fiennes
Great x 2 Grandmother: Joan Jordon
GrandFather: William Fiennes
Great x 1 Grandmother: Maud Monceux
Father: William Fiennes 8 x Great Grand Son of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Great x 4 Grandfather: William Saye 
Great x 3 Grandfather: William Saye
Great x 4 Grandmother: Sybil Marshal 
Great x 2 Grandfather: Geoffrey Saye 1st Baron Say
Great x 1 Grandfather: Geoffrey Saye 2nd Baron Say
Great x 4 Grandfather: Roger Leybourne
Great x 3 Grandfather: William Leybourne 1st Baron Leybourne
Great x 2 Grandmother: Idonea Leybourne Baroness Say
GrandMother: Joan Saye 7 x Great Grand Daughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Great x 4 Grandfather: William Beauchamp 
Great x 3 Grandfather: William Beauchamp 9th Earl Warwick
Great x 4 Grandmother: Isabel Maudit
Great x 2 Grandfather: Guy Beauchamp 10th Earl Warwick
Great x 4 Grandfather: John Fitzgeoffrey
Great x 3 Grandmother: Maud Fitzjohn Countess Warwick
Great x 4 Grandmother: Isabel Bigod 
Great x 1 Grandmother: Maud Beauchamp Baroness Say 6 x Great Grand Daughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Roger Tosny 
3 x Great Grand Son of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Great x 3 Grandfather: Ralph Tosny 4 x Great Grand Son of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Alice Bohun 
Great x 2 Grandmother: Alice Tosny Countess Warwick 5 x Great Grand Daughter of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Roger Fiennes 9 x Great Grand Son of King Henry I "Beauclerc" England
Mother: Elizabeth Battisford