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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.

Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.

St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover, Cheshire, Welsh March, England, British Isles [Map]

St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover is in Over Peover, Cheshire, Churches in Cheshire.

Exterior of St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map].

In 1410 John Mainwaring (age 66) died. On 6th April 1418 Margaret Stafford (age 65) died. Both buried at St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map].

Monument at St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map]. Camail and Jupon Period. IHC NASARE Lettering. Hip Belt. Lancastrian Esses Collar. Woman Esses Collar.

John Mainwaring: Around 1344 he was born to William "The Elder" IV Mainwaring in Over Peover, Cheshire. Before 1410 John Mainwaring and Margaret Stafford were married.

Margaret Stafford: Around 1345 she was born to John Stafford and Margaret Stafford.

After 1456. St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map]. Monument to Randle Mainwaring of Over Peover (deceased) and Margery Venables (age 87). Early Plate Bascinet and Gorget Period. He with a Lancastrian Esses Collar and IHC NASARE Lettering his head resting on an Ass's Head Crest. She wearing a mitred crespine headress. Possiby Sutton and Prentys.

Randle Mainwaring of Over Peover: Around 1363 he was born to William "The Elder" IV Mainwaring. Before 1390 Randle Mainwaring of Over Peover and Catherine Harcourt were married. In 1391 Randle Mainwaring of Over Peover and Margery Venables were married at Kinderton, Middleton. In 1456 Randle Mainwaring of Over Peover died.

Margery Venables: Around 1369 she was born to Hugh Venables of Kinderton. Around 1387 Richard Bulkeley and she were married. In 1459 Margery Venables died.

In 1516 John Mainwaring of Over Peover (age 46) died. In 1529 Katherine Honford (age 45) died. Monument at St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map].

John Mainwaring of Over Peover: Around 1470 he was born to John Hankyn Mainwaring. Before 1488 John Mainwaring of Over Peover and Katherine Honford were married. They were third cousin once removed.

Katherine Honford: In 1471 she was born to John Holford and Jane Savage.

On 11th April 1573 Philip Mainwaring (age 73) died. He was buried at St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map].

Philip Mainwaring: Around 1500 he was born to John Mainwaring of Over Peover and Katherine Honford. In or before 1553 Philip Mainwaring and Anne Leycester were married. The difference in their ages was 32 years.

On 10th December 1647 Philip Mainwaring (age 56) died. He was buried at St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map].

In 1656 Ellen Minshull (age 61) died.

Philip Mainwaring: In 1591 he was born to Randulph Mainwaring of Over Peover and Jane Smythe. Coefficient of inbreeding 1.64%. Before 7th April 1623 Philip Mainwaring and Ellen Minshull were married.

Ellen Minshull: In 1595 she was born to Edward Minshull of Stoke.

Around 1650. North Chapel of St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map].

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.

Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.

On 4th November 1702 John Mainwaring 2nd Baronet (age 46) died. His son Thomas (age 21) succeeded 3rd Baronet Mainwaring of Over Peover.

On 4th November 1719 Elizabeth Whitley died.

Monument at St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover [Map].

John Mainwaring 2nd Baronet: On 8th May 1656 he was born to Thomas Mainwaring 1st Baronet and Mary Delves. Before 7th August 1681 John Mainwaring 2nd Baronet and Elizabeth Whitley were married. They were fourth cousins. On 28th June 1689 Thomas Mainwaring 1st Baronet died. His son John succeeded 2nd Baronet Mainwaring of Over Peover.

Thomas Mainwaring 3rd Baronet: On 7th August 1681 he was born to John Mainwaring 2nd Baronet and Elizabeth Whitley. Before 20th September 1726 Thomas Mainwaring 3rd Baronet and Martha Lloyd were married. On 20th September 1726 Thomas Mainwaring 3rd Baronet died. His nephew Henry succeeded 4th Baronet Mainwaring of Over Peover.