Chronicle of Walter of Guisborough
A canon regular of the Augustinian Guisborough Priory, Yorkshire, formerly known as The Chronicle of Walter of Hemingburgh, describes the period from 1066 to 1346. Before 1274 the Chronicle is based on other works. Thereafter, the Chronicle is original, and a remarkable source for the events of the time. This book provides a translation of the Chronicle from that date. The Latin source for our translation is the 1849 work edited by Hans Claude Hamilton. Hamilton, in his preface, says: 'In the present work we behold perhaps one of the finest samples of our early chronicles, both as regards the value of the events recorded, and the correctness with which they are detailed; Nor will the pleasing style of composition be lightly passed over by those capable of seeing reflected from it the tokens of a vigorous and cultivated mind, and a favourable specimen of the learning and taste of the age in which it was framed.'
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Cheshunt, Hertfordshire is in Hertfordshire.
See: Cedars Park, Cheshunt.
In 1526 Honora Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 24) and Joan Champernowne (age 13) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. She married before 1562 her half third cousin once removed Thomas Wingfield of Kimbolton Castle and had issue.
In 1528 Anne Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 26) and Joan Champernowne (age 15) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
In 1530 Mary Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 28) and Joan Champernowne (age 17) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
In 1534 Anthony Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 32) and Joan Champernowne (age 21) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
Around 1534 Douglas Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 32) and Joan Champernowne (age 21) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. She married 24th November 1562 John Dive.
In 1536 Charles Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 34) and Joan Champernowne (age 23) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
In or before 1537 John Carey (age 45) and Joyce Denny (age 30) were married at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. They were fifth cousin once removed. He a great x 4 grandson of King Edward III of England.
In 1540 Henry Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 38) and Joan Champernowne (age 27) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. He married (1) 1560 Honora Grey, daughter of William Grey 13th Baron Grey of Wilton and Mary Somerset Baroness Grey Wilton, and had issue (2) 1570 Elizabeth Grey and had issue.
In 1547 Edward Denny was born to Anthony Denny (age 45) and Joan Champernowne (age 34) at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. He married 1583 Margaret Edgecombe and had issue.
On 10th September 1549 Anthony Denny (age 48) died at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
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 February 1594 John Cheney (age 44) died at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
On 30th November 1725 Edward Henry Calvert (age 24) and Margaret Meynell were married at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
Autobiography Simon D'Ewes. 9th January 1622. The beginning of January, bringing with it the end of the festival days, I spent in discourses, visits, and such like recreations. Upon Wednesday, the 9th day of January, came out a proclamation for the abortive dissolving of the Parliament, which gave a tincture of sadness to most men's countenances, their hope of the delivery of Clod's Church in Germany being thereby quite dashed, and the poor distressed Protestants of France left to the execution of their merciless enemies. And it fell out very strangely the next day, that the King riding or hunting at Theobald's, was cast headlong from his horse into a pond, and narrowly escaped drowning1.
Note 1. "On Wednesday his Majesty rode by coach to Theobald's to dinner, not intending, as the speech is, to return till towards Easter. After dinner, riding on horseback abroad, his hone stumbled, and catt his Majesty into the New River, where the ice brake; he fell in so that nothing but his boots were seen. Sir Richard Young (age 42) was next, who alighted, went into the water, and lifted him out. There came much water out of his mouth and body. His Majesty rode back to Theobald's, went into a warm bed, and, as we hear, is well, which God continue," - Harl. MSS. This is also quoted by Sir Henry Ellis.
On 2nd July 1908 Henry Arthur Cadogan (age 40) died of cancer at Temple House, Theobalds Park.