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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.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
Paternal Family Tree: Poitiers
In 1052 Agnes Poitiers Queen Consort Leon Queen Consort Castile was born to Guy William Poitiers VIII Duke Aquitaine (age 27) and Mateoda Unknown Duchess Aquitaine.
In 1069 Alfonso "Brave" VI King Leon VI King Castile (age 28) and Agnes Poitiers Queen Consort Leon Queen Consort Castile (age 17) were married. She the daughter of Guy William Poitiers VIII Duke Aquitaine (age 44) and Mateoda Unknown Duchess Aquitaine. He the son of Ferdinand "Great" I King Leon and Sancha Astur Leonese.
On 12th January 1072 [her brother-in-law] Sancho "Strong" II King Leon II King Castile (age 35) was crowned II King Leon.
On 7th October 1072 [her brother-in-law] Sancho "Strong" II King Leon II King Castile (age 35) died. His brother [her husband] Alfonso (age 31) succeeded VI King Castile. Agnes Poitiers Queen Consort Leon Queen Consort Castile (age 20) by marriage Queen Consort Castile.
In 1078 Agnes Poitiers Queen Consort Leon Queen Consort Castile (age 26) died.
In 1079 [her former husband] Alfonso "Brave" VI King Leon VI King Castile (age 38) and Constance Burgundy Queen Consort Castile and Leon (age 33) were married. She by marriage Queen Consort Castile, Queen Consort Castile. She the daughter of Robert I Duke Burgundy and Helie Samur Duchess Burgundy. He the son of Ferdinand "Great" I King Leon and Sancha Astur Leonese.
On 1st July 1109 [her former husband] Alfonso "Brave" VI King Leon VI King Castile (age 68) died. His daughter Urracca (age 30) succeeded Queen Leon, Queen Castile and Queen Galicia.
[her father] Guy William Poitiers VIII Duke Aquitaine and [her mother] Mateoda Unknown Duchess Aquitaine were married. She by marriage Duchess Aquitaine. He the son of [her grandfather] William "Great" V Duke Aquitaine and [her grandmother] Agnes Ivrea Duchess Aquitaine.
[her father] Guy William Poitiers VIII Duke Aquitaine and Garsende Perigord Duchess Aquitaine were married. She by marriage Duchess Aquitaine. He the son of [her grandfather] William "Great" V Duke Aquitaine and [her grandmother] Agnes Ivrea Duchess Aquitaine.
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.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
[her father] Guy William Poitiers VIII Duke Aquitaine and Hildegarde Burgundy Duchess Aquitaine were married. She by marriage Duchess Aquitaine. The difference in their ages was 31 years. She the daughter of Robert I Duke Burgundy and Ermengarde Blanche Ingelger Duchess Burgundy. He the son of [her grandfather] William "Great" V Duke Aquitaine and [her grandmother] Agnes Ivrea Duchess Aquitaine. They were second cousin once removed.
Kings Franks: Great x 8 Grand Daughter of Charles "Charlemagne aka Great" King of the Franks King Lombardy Holy Roman Emperor
Kings Duke Aquitaine: Great x 5 Grand Daughter of Ranulf I Duke Aquitaine
Great x 4 Grandfather: Ranulf II Duke Aquitaine
Great x 3 Grandfather: Ebles "Manzer aka Bastard" III Duke Aquitaine
Great x 2 Grandfather: William "Towhead" III Duke Aquitaine
Great x 1 Grandfather: William "Proud Arm" IV Duke Aquitaine
Great x 3 Grandfather: Rollo Duke Normandy 
Great x 2 Grandmother: Gerloc aka Adela Normandy Duchess Aquitaine
Great x 3 Grandmother: Poppa Unknown Duchess Normandy
GrandFather: William "Great" V Duke Aquitaine
Great x 3 Grandfather: Theobald "Elder" Blois 
Great x 2 Grandfather: Theobald "Trickster" Blois I Count Blois
Great x 1 Grandmother: Emma Blois Duchess Aquitaine
Great x 4 Grandfather: Herbert Vermandois I Count Vermandois
Great x 3 Grandfather: Herbert II Count Vermandois, Soissons and Meaux
Great x 2 Grandmother: Luitgarde Vermandois Duchess Normandy
Great x 4 Grandfather: Robert I King West Francia 
Great x 3 Grandmother: Adela Capet Countess Vermandois, Soissons and Meaux
Great x 4 Grandmother: Aelis Unknown Queen Consort West Francia
Father: Guy William Poitiers VIII Duke Aquitaine
Great x 4 Grandfather: Adalbert I Margrave of Ivrea 
Great x 3 Grandfather: Berengar II King of Italy
Great x 2 Grandfather: Adalbert King of Italy
Great x 4 Grandfather: Boso Unknown Margrave Tuscany
Great x 3 Grandmother: Willa Bosonids Queen Consort Italy
Great x 1 Grandfather: Otto William Ivrea I Count Burgundy
GrandMother: Agnes Ivrea Duchess Aquitaine
Great x 2 Grandfather: Renaud Unknown
Great x 1 Grandmother: Ermentrude Countess Burgundy
Agnes Poitiers Queen Consort Leon Queen Consort Castile
Mother: Mateoda Unknown Duchess Aquitaine