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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Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon is in Baronetcies of England Alphabetically, Baronetcies of England Chronologically, Extinct Baronetcies of England.
Summary
1620. Francis Vincent 1st Baronet (age 52) created.
1640. Son Anthony Vincent 2nd Baronet (age 46) succeeded.
1642. Son Francis Vincent 3rd Baronet (age 21) succeeded.
29th June 1670. Son Anthony Vincent 4th Baronet (age 25) succeeded.
1674. Brother Francis Vincent 5th Baronet (age 27) succeeded.
10th February 1736. Son Henry Vincent 6th Baronet (age 50) succeeded.
10th January 1757. Son Francis Vincent 7th Baronet (age 40) succeeded.
22nd May 1775. Son Francis Vincent 8th Baronet (age 28) succeeded.
1791. Son Francis Vincent 9th Baronet (age 11) succeeded.
17th January 1809. Son Francis Vincent 10th Baronet (age 5) succeeded.
6th July 1880. First Cousin Once Removed Frederick Vincent 11th Baronet (age 82) succeeded.
9th January 1883. Son William Vincent 12th Baronet (age 48) succeeded.
16th February 1914. Son Francis Vincent 13th Baronet (age 44) succeeded.
28th August 1935. Son Anthony Francis Vincent 14th Baronet (age 41) succeeded.
24th February 1936. Great Uncle Frederick D'Abernon Vincent 15th Baronet (age 84) succeeded.
2nd March 1936. Brother Edgar Vincent 1st Viscount D'Abernon (age 78) succeeded.
1st November 1941. Edgar Vincent 1st Viscount D'Abernon extinct.
In 1620 Francis Vincent 1st Baronet (age 52) was created 1st Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon. Eleanor Mallet Lady Vincent (age 47) by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
In 1640 Francis Vincent 1st Baronet (age 72) died. His son Anthony (age 46) succeeded 2nd Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon. Elizabeth Acland Lady Vincent (age 44) by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
In 1642 Anthony Vincent 2nd Baronet (age 48) died. His son Francis (age 21) succeeded 3rd Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
Around 1645 Francis Vincent 3rd Baronet (age 24) and Catherine Pitt Lady Vincent (age 23) were married. She by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
After 16th February 1654 Francis Vincent 3rd Baronet (age 33) and Elizabeth Vane Lady Vincent were married. She by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
Before 29th June 1670 Francis Vincent 3rd Baronet (age 49) died. His son Anthony (age 25) succeeded 4th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
In 1674 Anthony Vincent 4th Baronet (age 29) died. His brother Francis (age 27) succeeded 5th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 10th February 1736 Francis Vincent 5th Baronet (age 89) died. His son Henry (age 50) succeeded 6th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 10th January 1757 Henry Vincent 6th Baronet (age 71) died. His son Francis (age 40) succeeded 7th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon. Mary Howard Lady Vincent (age 35) by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon although she would die seven months later.
In June 1761 Francis Vincent 7th Baronet (age 44) and Arabella Astley Lady Vincent (age 31) were married. She by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
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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On 22nd May 1775 Francis Vincent 7th Baronet (age 58) died. His son Francis (age 28) succeeded 8th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
In 1791 Francis Vincent 8th Baronet (age 44) died. His son Francis (age 11) succeeded 9th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
In or before 1803 Francis Vincent 9th Baronet (age 22) and Jane Bouverie Lady Vincent (age 22) were married. She by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 17th January 1809 Francis Vincent 9th Baronet (age 29) died. His son Francis (age 5) succeeded 10th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 10th May 1824 Francis Vincent 10th Baronet (age 21) and Augusta Elizabeth Herbert Lady Vincent (age 17) were married. She by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 6th July 1880 Francis Vincent 10th Baronet (age 77) died. His first cousin once removed Frederick (age 82) succeeded 11th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon. Maria Copley Young (age 60) by marriage Lady Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 9th January 1883 Frederick Vincent 11th Baronet (age 85) died. His son William (age 48) succeeded 12th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 16th February 1914 William Vincent 12th Baronet (age 79) died. His son Francis (age 44) succeeded 13th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 28th August 1935 Francis Vincent 13th Baronet (age 66) died. His son Anthony (age 41) succeeded 14th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon.
On 24th February 1936 Anthony Francis Vincent 14th Baronet (age 41) died. His great uncle Frederick (age 84) succeeded 15th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon which title he held for one week before he died.
On 2nd March 1936 Frederick D'Abernon Vincent 15th Baronet (age 84) died. His brother Edgar (age 78) succeeded 16th Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon
On 1st November 1941 Edgar Vincent 1st Viscount D'Abernon (age 84) died. Viscount D'Abernon of Esher and Stoke D'Abernon in Surrey, Baron D'Abernon of Esher in Surrey and Baronet Vincent of Stoke d'Abernon extinct.