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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: Langham
In 1631 William Langham 3rd Baronet was born to [his father] John Langham 1st Baronet (age 47).
In 1657 William Langham 3rd Baronet (age 26) and Elizabeth Haslewood were married.
In 1657 William Langham 3rd Baronet (age 26) and Alice Chudleigh were married.
In or before 1659 [his wife] Elizabeth Haslewood died.
In 1664 [his wife] Alice Chudleigh died.
On 10th July 1666 William Langham 3rd Baronet (age 35) and Martha Hay were married.
On 13th May 1671 [his father] John Langham 1st Baronet (age 87) died. His son [his brother] James (age 51) succeeded 2nd Baronet Langham of Cottesbrooke in Northamptonshire.
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 1672 William Langham 3rd Baronet (age 41) was appointed High Sheriff of Northamptonshire.
In 1679 William Langham 3rd Baronet (age 48) was elected MP Northamptonshire which seat he held until 1695.
Before 1695 [his son] John Langham 4th Baronet and [his daughter-in-law] Mary Temple (age 6) were married.
In or after 1695 [his son] John Langham 4th Baronet and [his daughter-in-law] Elizabeth Samwell were married.
In August 1699 [his brother] James Langham 2nd Baronet (age 79) died. His brother William (age 68) succeeded 3rd Baronet Langham of Cottesbrooke in Northamptonshire.
In 1700 William Langham 3rd Baronet (age 69) died. His son John succeeded 4th Baronet Langham of Cottesbrooke in Northamptonshire.
[his son] John Langham 4th Baronet was born to William Langham 3rd Baronet and Martha Hay. He married (1) before 1695 Mary Temple, daughter of Richard Temple 3rd Baronet and Mary Knapp Lady Temple (2) in or after 1695 Elizabeth Samwell, daughter of Thomas Samwell 1st Baronet and Anne Godschalk, and had issue.