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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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St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe is in Caythorpe, South Kesteven, Churches in Lincolnshire.
St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Exterior.
St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Curious markings in the church porch.
St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Interior.
After 2nd December 1608. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorial to Charles Hussey of Honington (deceased).
Charles Hussey of Honington: Around 1535 he was born to Robert Hussey and Jane Stydolf. Before 10th October 1585 Charles Hussey of Honington and Ellen Birch were married. On 2nd December 1608 Charles Hussey of Honington died.
After 22nd May 1648. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorial to Edward Hussey 1st Baronet and his second wife Elizabeth de Vic.
Elizabeth de Vic: she was born to Charles de Vic 2nd Baronet. On 31st May 1698 Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet and she were married.
On 2nd December 1664 Charles Hussey 1st Baronet (age 38) died. He was buried at St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. His son Charles succeeded 2nd Baronet Hussey of Caythorpe in Lincolnshire.
After 1727. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorial to Anne Hussey.
Anne Hussey: she was born to Charles Hussey 1st Baronet and Elizabeth Brownlow Lady Hussey. On 6th August 1727 Anne Hussey died.
After 30th May 1730. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorial to Thomas Hussey (deceased).
Thomas Hussey: Around 1695 he was born to Edward Hussey 3rd Baronet and Charlotte Brevint. On 30th May 1730 Thomas Hussey died.
After 1748. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorial to Edmund Weaver.
After 1748. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorials.
Abbot John Whethamstede’s Chronicle of the Abbey of St Albans
Abbot John Whethamstede's Register aka Chronicle of his second term at the Abbey of St Albans, 1451-1461, is a remarkable text that describes his first-hand experience of the beginning of the Wars of the Roses including the First and Second Battles of St Albans, 1455 and 1461, respectively, their cause, and their consequences, not least on the Abbey itself. His text also includes Loveday, Blore Heath, Northampton, the Act of Accord, Wakefield, and Towton, and ends with the Coronation of King Edward IV. In addition to the events of the Wars of the Roses, Abbot John, or his scribes who wrote the Chronicle, include details in the life of the Abbey such as charters, letters, land exchanges, visits by legates, and disputes, which provide a rich insight into the day-to-day life of the Abbey, and the challenges faced by its Abbot.
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After 1785. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorials to Richard Metheringham and William Shield.
After 1834. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorials to the Woodcok family.
After 1834. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorials.
After 1918. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. War Memorial.
After 1918. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Commonwealth War Graves.
St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Window dedicated to the Airbourne Signals.
St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorial to those who lost their lives in an air accident whilst on a training mission on 10th February 1945. Avro Lancaster PB812 crashed into the old Caythorpe Railway Station with the loss of all lives.
After 1982. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. Memorial to those of the Parachute Signals who lost their life in the Falklands Island Campaign.
19th October 2000. St Vincent's Church, Caythorpe [Map]. The Arnhem Oak.
