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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In 1739 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton was born to [his father] Alexander Hamilton.
In 1770 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 31) was appointed Archdeacon of London.
In 1773 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 34) was elected Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London.
In 1775 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 36) was appointed Archdeacon Colchester.
In 1776 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 37) became Rector of Much Hadham, Hertfordshire.
Before 1777 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 37) and Anne Terrick were married. She the daughter of Bishop Richard Terrick (age 66).
In 1777 [his son] William Hamilton was born to Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 38) and [his wife] Anne Terrick.
In 1777 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 38) was elected Fellow of the Royal Society.
On 12th July 1778 [his son] Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton was born to Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 39) and [his wife] Anne Terrick in St Martin in the Fields Church [Map].
Jean de Waurin's Chronicle of England Volume 6 Books 3-6: The Wars of the Roses
Jean de Waurin was a French Chronicler, from the Artois region, who was born around 1400, and died around 1474. Waurin’s Chronicle of England, Volume 6, covering the period 1450 to 1471, from which we have selected and translated Chapters relating to the Wars of the Roses, provides a vivid, original, contemporary description of key events some of which he witnessed first-hand, some of which he was told by the key people involved with whom Waurin had a personal relationship.
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Around 1795 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 56) lived at 16 Savile Row.
In 1812 Archdeacon Anthony Hamilton (age 73) died.
GrandFather: William Hamilton
Father: Alexander Hamilton