This is a translation of the 'Memoires of Jacques du Clercq', published in 1823 in two volumes, edited by Frederic, Baron de Reissenberg. In his introduction Reissenberg writes: 'Jacques du Clercq tells us that he was born in 1424, and that he was a licentiate in law and a counsellor to Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, in the castellany of Douai, Lille, and Orchies. It appears that he established his residence at Arras. In 1446, he married the daughter of Baldwin de la Lacherie, a gentleman who lived in Lille. We read in the fifth book of his Memoirs that his father, also named Jacques du Clercq, had married a lady of the Le Camelin family, from Compiègne. His ancestors, always attached to the counts of Flanders, had constantly served them, whether in their councils or in their armies.' The Memoires cover a period of nineteen years beginning in in 1448, ending in in 1467. It appears that the author had intended to extend the Memoirs beyond that date; no doubt illness or death prevented him from carrying out this plan. As Reissenberg writes the 'merit of this work lies in the simplicity of its narrative, in its tone of good faith, and in a certain air of frankness which naturally wins the reader’s confidence.' Du Clercq ranges from events of national and international importance, including events of the Wars of the Roses in England, to simple, everyday local events such as marriages, robberies, murders, trials and deaths, including that of his own father in Book 5; one of his last entries.
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Archdeacon Counties is in Archdeacon.
In 1464 Bishop Robert Stillington [aged 44] was appointed Archdeacon Berkshire.
Archdeacon Edward Talbot was appointed Archdeacon Berkshire.
Patent Rolls. On 10th July 1461. Westminster Palace [Map]. Ratification for life of the estate of Master Robert Stillyngton [aged 41], king's clerk as deacon of the king's free chapel of St Martin le Grand, London, archdeacon of Colchester in the cathedral of London and of Taunton in the cathedral of Wells, prebendary of Wetewang in the cathedral of York, Marther (possibly typo since 'Martha' unknown) in the cathedral of St Davids and the prebend which John Luca lately had in the king's free chapel of St Stephen within his palace of Wesminster, and person of the church of Aysshebury, in the diocese of Salisbury.
In 1775 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton [aged 36] was appointed Archdeacon Colchester.
In 1494 Bishop Robert Sherbourne [aged 41] was appointed Archdeacon Huntingdon.
In 1400 Archdeacon Stephen Scrope was appointed Archdeacon Richmond.
From 1454 to 1456 Archbishop Lawrence Booth [aged 34] was appointed Archdeacon Richmond.
From 1485 to 1493 Bishop John Blythe [aged 25] was appointed Archdeacon Richmond.
In 1494 Christopher Urswick [aged 46] was appointed Archdeacon Richmond.
The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel Volume 1 Chapters 1-60 1307-1342
The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel offer one of the most vivid and immediate accounts of 14th-century Europe, written by a knight who lived through the events he describes, and experienced some of them first hand. Covering the early decades of the Hundred Years’ War, this remarkable chronicle follows the campaigns of Edward III of England, the politics of France and the Low Countries, and the shifting alliances that shaped medieval warfare. Unlike later historians, Jean le Bel writes with a strong sense of eyewitness authenticity, drawing on personal experience and the testimony of fellow soldiers. His narrative captures not only battles and sieges, but also the realities of military life, diplomacy, and the ideals of chivalry that governed noble society. A key source for Jean Froissart, Le Bel’s chronicle stands on its own as a compelling and insightful work, at once historical record and literary achievement. This translation builds on the 1905 edition published in French by Jules Viard, adding extensive translations from other sources Rymer's Fœdera, the Chronicles of Adam Murimuth, William Nangis, Walter of Guisborough, a Bourgeois of Valenciennes, Geoffrey le Baker of Swinbroke and Richard Lescot to enrich the original text and Viard's notes.
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In 1500 Bishop James Stanley [aged 35] was appointed Archdeacon Richmond.
In 1678 Dr Henry Dove was appointed Archdeacon Richmond.
Edward Pole was appointed Archdeacon Richmond.
Before 25th February 1264 Bishop Thomas Cantilupe [aged 46] was appointed Archdeacon Stafford.
In 1494 Bishop Robert Sherbourne [aged 41] was appointed Archdeacon of Buckingham and Archdeacon of Taunton.
On 29th April 1554 Richard Petre [aged 48] was appointed Archdeacon of Buckingham.
In 1559 Richard Petre [aged 52] was deprived Archdeacon of Buckingham (possibly?).
In 1766 Reverend John Gordon [aged 40] was appointed Archdeacon of Buckingham.
In June 1875 Arthur Purey Cust [aged 47] was appointed Archdeacon of Buckingham.
On 3rd February 1552 Bishop Richard Cheyney [aged 39] was appointed Archdeacon of Hereford.
Annals of the six Kings of England by Nicholas Trivet
Translation of the Annals of the Six Kings of England by that traces the rise and rule of the Angevin aka Plantagenet dynasty from the mid-12th to early 14th century. Written by the Dominican scholar Nicholas Trivet, the work offers a vivid account of English history from the reign of King Stephen through to the death of King Edward I, blending political narrative with moral reflection. Covering the reigns of six monarchs—from Stephen to Edward I—the chronicle explores royal authority, rebellion, war, and the shifting balance between crown, church, and nobility. Trivet provides detailed insight into defining moments such as baronial conflicts, Anglo-French rivalry, and the consolidation of royal power under Edward I, whose reign he describes with particular immediacy. The Annals combines careful year-by-year reporting with thoughtful interpretation, presenting history not merely as a sequence of events but as a moral and political lesson. Ideal for readers interested in medieval history, kingship, and the origins of the English state, this chronicle remains a valuable and accessible window into the turbulent world of the Plantagenet kings.
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Before 1170 Archbishop Geoffrey Plantagenet [aged 17] was appointed Archdeacon of Lincoln.
In 1229 Bishop Robert Grosseteste [aged 61] was appointed Archdeacon of Lincoln.
In 1528 Bishop Richard Pate was appointed Archdeacon of Lincoln.
In 1769 Reverend John Gordon [aged 43] was appointed Archdeacon of Lincoln.
Archdeacon George Heneage was appointed Archdeacon of Lincoln.
In 1865 George Hans Hamilton [aged 41] was appointed Archdeacon of Lindisfarne which office he held until 1882.
In 1529 Bishop Richard Sampson was appointed Archdeacon of Suffolk.
In 1438 Adam Moleyns was appointed Archdeacon of Taunton.
In 1450 Bishop Robert Stillington [aged 30] was appointed Archdeacon of Taunton.
Patent Rolls. On 10th July 1461. Westminster Palace [Map]. Ratification for life of the estate of Master Robert Stillyngton [aged 41], king's clerk as deacon of the king's free chapel of St Martin le Grand, London, archdeacon of Colchester in the cathedral of London and of Taunton in the cathedral of Wells, prebendary of Wetewang in the cathedral of York, Marther (possibly typo since 'Martha' unknown) in the cathedral of St Davids and the prebend which John Luca lately had in the king's free chapel of St Stephen within his palace of Wesminster, and person of the church of Aysshebury, in the diocese of Salisbury.
In 1494 Bishop Robert Sherbourne [aged 41] was appointed Archdeacon of Buckingham and Archdeacon of Taunton.
Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'
This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.
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In 1551 Bishop John White [aged 41] was appointed Archdeacon of Taunton.
From 19th April 1817 to 13th October 1927 Archdeacon George Trevelyan [aged 52] was appointed Archdeacon of Taunton.
On 5th December 1827 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton [aged 49] was appointed Archdeacon of Taunton.
Before 1143 Archdeacon Hugh Avigo was appointed Archdeacon of Totnes.
On 28th September 1304 William Pontington Canon Exeter was appointed Archdeacon of Totnes.
In 1534 George Carew [aged 36] was appointed Archdeacon of Totnes.
Before 1689 Bishop Jonathan Trelawny 3rd Baronet [aged 38] was appointed Archdeacon of Totnes.
In 1701 Bishop Francis Atterbury [aged 37] was appointed Archdeacon of Totnes.
In 1740 George Baker [aged 53] was appointed Archdeacon of Totnes which office he held until his death in 1772.
On or before 7th May 1238 Bishop William Bitton was appointed Archdeacon of Wells.
William of Worcester's Chronicle of England
William of Worcester, born around 1415, and died around 1482 was secretary to John Fastolf, the renowned soldier of the Hundred Years War, during which time he collected documents, letters, and wrote a record of events. Following their return to England in 1440 William was witness to major events. Twice in his chronicle he uses the first person: 1. when writing about the murder of Thomas, 7th Baron Scales, in 1460, he writes '… and I saw him lying naked in the cemetery near the porch of the church of St. Mary Overie in Southwark …' and 2. describing King Edward IV's entry into London in 1461 he writes '… proclaimed that all the people themselves were to recognize and acknowledge Edward as king. I was present and heard this, and immediately went down with them into the city'. William’s Chronicle is rich in detail. It is the source of much information about the Wars of the Roses, including the term 'Diabolical Marriage' to describe the marriage of Queen Elizabeth Woodville’s brother John’s marriage to Katherine, Dowager Duchess of Norfolk, he aged twenty, she sixty-five or more, and the story about a paper crown being placed in mockery on the severed head of Richard, 3rd Duke of York.
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Before 20th April 1263 Bishop William Bitton was appointed Archdeacon of Wells.
In 1527 Bishop Richard Pate was appointed Archdeacon of Winchester.
After February 1552 John Philpot [aged 36] was appointed Archdeacon of Winchester following the death of the previous incumbent William Boleyn [deceased].
On 9th September 1625 Bishop John Cosins [aged 30] was appointed Archdeacon of the East Riding of Yorkshire which position he held until 1660.