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: Sandys
On 14th October 1694 [his father] Edwin Sandes (age 35) and [his mother] Alice Rushout were married.
On 10th August 1695 Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys was born to [his father] Edwin Sandes (age 36) and [his mother] Alice Rushout.
In 1699 [his father] Edwin Sandes (age 40) died.
In 1718 Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 22) was elected MP Worcester. He represented the seat for twenty-five years.
Around 1720 Godfrey Kneller (age 73). Portrait of Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 24).
On 9th July 1725 Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 29) and Letitia Tipping were married.
On 28th April 1726 [his son] Edwin Sandys 2nd Baron Sandes was born to Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 30) and [his wife] Letitia Tipping. He married 26th January 1769 Anne Maria Colebrooke.
In 1727 [his son] Cheek Sandes was born to Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 31) and [his wife] Letitia Tipping. He died aged ten in 1737.
On 30th September 1728 [his son] Thomas Sandes was born to Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 33) and [his wife] Letitia Tipping.
Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.
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On or before 24th September 1729 [his son] Martin Sandes was born to Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 34) and [his wife] Letitia Tipping. He was baptised on 24 Sep 1729. He married Mary Trumbull and had issue.
In 1737 [his son] Cheek Sandes (age 10) died.
On 20th December 1743 Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 48) was created 1st Baron Sandys of Ombersley in Worcestershire.
On 26th September 1768 [his son] Martin Sandes (age 39) died.
On 26th January 1769 [his son] Edwin Sandys 2nd Baron Sandes (age 42) and [his daughter-in-law] Anne Maria Colebrooke were married.
On 21st April 1770 Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandys (age 74) died after having been injured when his post-chaise overturned on Highgate Hill Highgate. His son Edwin (age 43) succeeded 2nd Baron Sandys of Ombersley in Worcestershire.
In 1779 [his former wife] Letitia Tipping died.
Kings Wessex: Great x 21 Grand Son of King Edmund "Ironside" I of England
Kings Gwynedd: Great x 17 Grand Son of Owain "Great" King Gwynedd
Kings Seisyllwg: Great x 23 Grand Son of Hywel "Dda aka Good" King Seisyllwg King Deheubarth
Kings Powys: Great x 18 Grand Son of Maredudd ap Bleddyn King Powys
Kings Godwinson: Great x 21 Grand Son of King Harold II of England
Kings England: Great x 11 Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Kings Scotland: Great x 20 Grand Son of King Duncan I of Scotland
Kings Franks: Great x 17 Grand Son of Louis VII King of the Franks
Kings France: Great x 21 Grand Son of Robert "Pious" II King of the Franks
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 25 Grand Son of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 4 Grandfather: Archbishop Edwin Sandes
Great x 3 Grandfather: Samuel Sandes
Great x 4 Grandmother: Cecily Wilford
Great x 2 Grandfather: Edwin Sandes
Great x 4 Grandfather: Martin Culpepper 
Great x 3 Grandmother: Mercy Culpepper
Great x 1 Grandfather: Samuel Sandes 8 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: Richard Bulkeley
Great x 3 Grandfather: Richard Bulkeley 9 x Great Grand Son of King Edward I of England
Great x 4 Grandmother: Margaret Savage 
8 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward I of England
Great x 2 Grandmother: Penelope Bulkeley 7 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
Great x 4 Grandfather: William Burgh 8th Baron Cobham 6th Baron Strabolgi 2nd Baron Burgh 
5 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 3 Grandmother: Mary Burgh 6 x Great Grand Daughter of King Edward III of England
GrandFather: Samuel Sandes 9 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 2 Grandfather: Hugh Barker
Great x 1 Grandmother: Mary Barker
Father: Edwin Sandes 10 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 1 Grandfather: John Pettus
GrandMother: Elizabeth Pettus
Great x 2 Grandfather: Richard Gurney 1st Baronet
Great x 1 Grandmother: Elizabeth Gurney
Samuel Sandys 1st Baron Sandes 11 x Great Grand Son of King Edward III of England
Great x 1 Grandfather: John Rushout of St Dionis Backchurch in London
GrandFather: James Rushout 1st Baronet
Mother: Alice Rushout
Great x 1 Grandfather: Edmund Pitt of Sudbury Court in Harrow in Middlesex
GrandMother: Alice Pitt Lady Rushout