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.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
Scotland Lords is in Scotland Lords Temporal.
In 1606 James Ogilvy 5th Lord Ogilvy of Airlie [aged 65] died. His son James succeeded 6th Lord Airlie.
Andrew Stewart 2nd Lord Avondale 1st Lord Ochiltree was appointed 2nd Lord Avondale.
Andrew Stewart 2nd Lord Avondale 1st Lord Ochiltree and Margaret Hamilton Lady Avondale Lady Ochiltree were married. She by marriage Lord Avondale, Lord Ochiltree. She the illegitmate daughter of James Hamilton 1st Earl Arran and Beatrix Drummond. They were fourth cousins. She a great x 5 granddaughter of King Edward III of England.
In 1499 Andrew Stewart 1st Lord Avondale [aged 28] was created 1st Lord Avondale.
Before 1513 Andrew Stewart 1st Lord Avondale [aged 42] and Margaret Kennedy Lady Avondale [aged 40] were married. She by marriage Lord Avondale. She the daughter of John Kennedy 2nd Lord Kennedy and Elizabeth Gordon Countess Erroll. They were fourth cousin once removed.
In 1459 Andrew Stewart 1st Lord Avondale [aged 39] was created 1st Lord Avondale.
Around 1275 John "The Black" Comyn 2nd Lord Baddenoch [aged 33] succeeded 2nd Lord Baddenoch. Mary or Eleanor Balliol Lady Baddenoch by marriage Lord Baddenoch.
In 1302 John Comyn 3rd Lord Baddenoch [aged 33] succeeded 3rd Lord Baddenoch.
In 1314 John Comyn 4th Lord Baddenoch [aged 20] succeeded 4th Lord Baddenoch. Margaret Wake Countess Kent [aged 16] by marriage Lord Baddenoch.
Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
John "Red" Comyn 1st Lord Baddenoch was created 1st Lord Baddenoch.
John Comyn 3rd Lord Baddenoch and Joan Valence Lady Baddenoch were married. She by marriage Lord Baddenoch. She the daughter of William de Valence 1st Earl Pembroke and Joan Munchensi Countess Pembroke.
Walter Comyn Lord Baddenoch was appointed Lord Baddenoch.
On 27th June 1633 David Lindsay 1st Lord Balcarres [aged 46] was created 1st Lord Balcarres.
Robert Balfour 2nd Lord Balfour Burleigh succeeded 2nd Lord Balfour Burleigh.
On 16th November 1641 John Hamilton 1st Lord of Bargeny was created 1st Lord Bargeny.
In April 1658 John Hamilton 1st Lord of Bargeny died. His son John succeeded 2nd Lord Bargeny.
On 10th July 1606 Walter Stewart 1st Lord Blantyre was created 1st Lord Blantyre. Nichola Somerville Lady Blantyre [aged 53] by marriage Lord Blantyre.
On 17th August 1424 Archibald Douglas 2nd Duke Touraine [aged 34] succeeded 2nd Duke Touraine, 2nd Earl Wigtown, 5th Lord Douglas, 2nd Lord Annandale, 2nd Lord Galloway, 2nd Lord Bothwell.
On 26th June 1439 Archibald Douglas 2nd Duke Touraine [aged 49] died. His son William [aged 15] succeeded 3rd Duke Touraine, 3rd Earl Wigtown, 6th Lord Douglas, 3rd Lord Annandale, 3rd Lord Galloway, 3rd Lord Bothwell. Janet Lindsay Countess Wigtown [aged 12] by marriage Countess Wigtown.
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.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
Archibald Douglas 1st Duke Touraine was created 1st Earl Wigtown, 1st Lord Annandale, 1st Lord Galloway, 1st Lord Bothwell. Margaret Stewart Duchess Touraine by marriage Countess Wigtown.
Between 1451 and 15th June 1452 Robert Boyd 1st Lord Boyd [aged 31] was created 1st Lord Boyd by King James II of Scotland [aged 20]. On 15th June 1452 King James II of Scotland confirmed the charter of Robert Boyd, Lord of Kilmarnock and of Dalry, conveying one-third of the lands of Lynn in Dalry to Robert Boyd [indweller] of Lynn. He took his seat in Parliament on 18th July 1454.
On 14th October 1482 James 2nd Lord Boyd [aged 13] was restored 2nd Lord Boyd.
In 1484 James 2nd Lord Boyd [aged 15] was killed by Hugh Montgomerie 1st Earl Eglinton [aged 24]. He was unmarried. Lord Boyd extinct.
In April 1672 James Wemyss 1st Lord Burntisland [aged 15] was created 1st Lord Burntisland. Margaret Wemyss Countess Cromartie 3rd Countess Wemyss [aged 13] by marriage Lord Burntisland.
In 1390 Duncan Campbell 1st Lord Campbell was created 1st Lord Campbell.
In or before 1428 Duncan Campbell 1st Lord Campbell and Margery Stewart [aged 48] were married. He by marriage Lord Campbell. She the daughter of Robert Stewart 1st Duke Albany and Margaret Graham 3rd Countess Menteith.
In 1453 Colin Campbell 1st Earl Argyll [aged 20] succeeded 2nd Lord Campbell.
In 1421 John Stewart of Darnley 1st Count Évreux [aged 41] was created 1st Lord Concressault, 1st Lord Aubigny, 1st Count Évreux. Elizabeth Lennox Countess Évreux [aged 51] by marriage Lord Concressault, Lord Aubigny, Countess Évreux.
In 1437 John Stewart 2nd Lord Aubigny 2nd Lord Concressault [aged 30] succeeded 2nd Lord Aubigny, 2nd Lord Concressault.
Chronicle of Geoffrey le Baker of Swinbroke
Baker was a secular clerk from Swinbroke, now Swinbrook, an Oxfordshire village two miles east of Burford. His Chronicle describes the events of the period 1303-1356: Gaveston, Bannockburn, Boroughbridge, the murder of King Edward II, the Scottish Wars, Sluys, Crécy, the Black Death, Winchelsea and Poitiers. To quote Herbert Bruce 'it possesses a vigorous and characteristic style, and its value for particular events between 1303 and 1356 has been recognised by its editor and by subsequent writers'. The book provides remarkable detail about the events it describes. Baker's text has been augmented with hundreds of notes, including extracts from other contemporary chronicles, such as the Annales Londonienses, Annales Paulini, Murimuth, Lanercost, Avesbury, Guisborough and Froissart to enrich the reader's understanding. The translation takes as its source the 'Chronicon Galfridi le Baker de Swynebroke' published in 1889, edited by Edward Maunde Thompson.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
Around 1446 John Stewart 2nd Lord Aubigny 2nd Lord Concressault [aged 39] and Béatrix Seigneur Apchier Bérault Lady Aubigny and Concressault were married. She by marriage Lord Aubigny, Lord Concressault. He the son of John Stewart of Darnley 1st Count Évreux and Elizabeth Lennox Countess Évreux [aged 76].
In 1482 John Stewart 2nd Lord Aubigny 2nd Lord Concressault [aged 75] died. His son Bernard [aged 30] succeeded 3rd Lord Aubigny, 3rd Lord Concressault.
Bernard Stewart 3rd Lord Aubigny 3rd Lord Concressault and Guillemette Boucard Lady Aubigny Lady Concressault were married. She by marriage Lord Aubigny, Lord Concressault.
Bernard Stewart 3rd Lord Aubigny 3rd Lord Concressault and Anne de Maumont Maumont Lady Aubigny Lady Concressault were married. She by marriage Lord Aubigny, Lord Concressault.
In 1443 William Crichton 1st Lord Crichton was created 1st Lord Crichton.
Before July 1454 William Crichton 1st Lord Crichton died. His son James [aged 39] succeeded 2nd Lord Crichton.
Around 1469 James Crtichton 2nd Lord Crichton [aged 54] died. His son William [aged 24] succeeded 3rd Lord Crichton.
Around 1473 William Crichton 3rd Lord Crichton [aged 28] and Marion Livingstone [aged 18] were married. She by marriage Lord Crichton.
Around 23rd October 1493 William Crichton 3rd Lord Crichton [aged 48] died. Robert Crichton 4th Lord Crichton succeeded 4th Lord Crichton.
On 23rd January 1581 James "The Bonnie Earl" Stewart 2nd Earl of Moray [aged 16] and Elizabeth Stewart 2nd Countess Moray [aged 15] were married. She by marriage Lord Doune. He by marriage 2nd Earl Moray. She the daughter of James Stewart 1st Earl of Moray Regent and Agnes Keith Countess Moray and Mar [aged 50]. They were third cousins. She a great x 2 granddaughter of King Henry VII of England and Ireland.
Chronicle of a Bourgeois of Valenciennes
Récits d’un bourgeois de Valenciennes aka The Chronicle of a Bourgeois of Valenciennes is a vivid 14th-century vernacular chronicle written by an anonymous urban chronicler from Valenciennes in the County of Hainaut. It survives in a manuscript that describes local and regional history from about 1253 to 1366, blending chronology, narrative episodes, and eyewitness-style accounts of political, military, and social events in medieval France, Flanders, and the Low Countries. The work begins with a chronological framework of events affecting Valenciennes and its region under rulers such as King Philip VI of France and the shifting allegiances of local nobility. It includes accounts of conflicts, sieges, diplomatic manoeuvres, and the impact of broader struggles like the Hundred Years’ War on urban life in Hainaut. Written from the perspective of a burgher (bourgeois) rather than a monastery or royal court, the chronicle offers a rare lay viewpoint on high politics and warfare, reflecting how merchants, townspeople, and civic institutions experienced the turbulence of the 13th and 14th centuries. Its narrative style combines straightforward reporting of events with moral and civic observations, making it a valuable source for readers interested in medieval urban society, regional politics, and the lived experience of war and governance in pre-modern Europe.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
On 20th July 1590 James Stewart 1st Lord Doune [aged 61] was assassinated (the first in Scotland by a fiream). His son James [aged 25] succeeded 2nd Lord Doune.
James Stewart 3rd Lord Doune succeeded 3rd Lord Doune.
On 29th January 1488 John Drummond 1st Lord Drummond was created 1st Lord Drummond. Elizabeth Lindsay Lady Drummond [aged 48] by marriage Lord Drummond.
In 1654 Alexander Sutherland 1st Lord Duffus was appointed 1st Lord Duffus.
Thomas Fairfax 3rd Lord Fairfax succeeded 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron. Anne Vere Lady Fairfax by marriage Lord Fairfax of Cameron.
William "Grey Willie" Forbes 3rd Lord Forbes succeeded 3rd Lord Forbes. Christian Gordon Lady Forbes by marriage Lord Forbes.
On 17th August 1424 Archibald Douglas 2nd Duke Touraine [aged 34] succeeded 2nd Duke Touraine, 2nd Earl Wigtown, 5th Lord Douglas, 2nd Lord Annandale, 2nd Lord Galloway, 2nd Lord Bothwell.
On 26th June 1439 Archibald Douglas 2nd Duke Touraine [aged 49] died. His son William [aged 15] succeeded 3rd Duke Touraine, 3rd Earl Wigtown, 6th Lord Douglas, 3rd Lord Annandale, 3rd Lord Galloway, 3rd Lord Bothwell. Janet Lindsay Countess Wigtown [aged 12] by marriage Countess Wigtown.
Archibald Douglas 1st Duke Touraine was created 1st Earl Wigtown, 1st Lord Annandale, 1st Lord Galloway, 1st Lord Bothwell. Margaret Stewart Duchess Touraine by marriage Countess Wigtown.
In 1445 Patrick Lyon 1st Lord Glamis [aged 43] was created 1st Lord Glamis.
Anne Boleyn. Her Life as told by Lancelot de Carle's 1536 Letter.
In 1536, two weeks after the execution of Anne Boleyn, her brother George and four others, Lancelot du Carle, wrote an extraordinary letter that described Anne's life, and her trial and execution, to which he was a witness. This book presents a new translation of that letter, with additional material from other contemporary sources such as Letters, Hall's and Wriothesley's Chronicles, the pamphlets of Wynkyn the Worde, the Memorial of George Constantyne, the Portuguese Letter and the Baga de Secrets, all of which are provided in Appendices.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
On 21st March 1459 Patrick Lyon 1st Lord Glamis [aged 57] died. His son Alexander [aged 29] succeeded 2nd Lord Glamis.
In 1486 Alexander Lyon 2nd Lord Glamis [aged 56] died. His brother John [aged 55] succeeded 3rd Lord Glamis.
On 1st April 1497 John Lyon 3rd Lord Glamis [aged 66] died. His son John succeeded 4th Lord Glamis.
Around 1500 John Lyon 4th Lord Glamis died. His son George succeeded 5th Lord Glamis.
In February 1505 George Lyon 5th Lord Glamis died. His brother John succeeded 6th Lord Glamis.
In 1528 John Lyon 6th Lord Glamis died. His son John [aged 7] succeeded 7th Lord Glamis. His wife Janet Douglas Lady Glamis [aged 30] was accused of poisoning him.
Before 23rd December 1559 John 7th Lord Glamis Lyon [aged 38] died. His son John succeeded 8th Lord Glamis.
In or before 1452 Adam Hepburn 1st Lord Hailes [aged 19] and Helen Home Lady Hailes [aged 24] were married. She by marriage Lord Hailes.
In 1479 Adam Hepburn 1st Lord Hailes [aged 46] died in Bothwell. His son Patrick [aged 27] succeeded 2nd Lord Hailes. Janet Douglas Countess Bothwell by marriage Lord Hailes.
Adam Hepburn 1st Lord Hailes was created 1st Lord Hailes.
In 1445 James Hamilton 1st Lord Hamilton [aged 30] was created 1st Lord Hamilton. Euphemia Graham Lady Hamilton [aged 37] by marriage Lord Hamilton.
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.
Before 12th July 1474 James Hamilton 1st Lord Hamilton [aged 59] and Mary Stewart Countess Arran [aged 21] were married. She by marriage Lord Hamilton. The difference in their ages was 38 years. She the daughter of King James II of Scotland and Mary of Guelders Queen Consort Scotland.
On 6th November 1479 James Hamilton 1st Lord Hamilton [aged 64] died. His son James [aged 4] succeeded 2nd Lord Hamilton.
Before 28th April 1490 James Hamilton 1st Earl Arran [aged 15] and Elizabeth Home Countess Arran were married. She by marriage Lord Hamilton.
On 2nd August 1473 Alexander Home 1st Lord Home [aged 66] was created 1st Lord Home.
Around 1490 Alexander Home 2nd Lord Home [aged 34] succeeded 2nd Lord Home.
On 5th September 1506 Alexander Home 3rd Lord Home [aged 38] died. His brother George succeeded 4th Lord Home.
On 9th September 1506 Alexander Home 2nd Lord Home [aged 50] died. His son Alexander [deceased] succeeded 3rd Lord Home. Agnes Stewart Countess Bothwell [aged 37] by marriage Lord Home.
In 1549 George Home 4th Lord Home died. His son Alexander [aged 14] succeeded 5th Lord Home.
Between 27th March 1457 and 20th March 1468 Gilbert Kennedy 1st Lord Kennedy [aged 52] was created 1st Lord Kennedy. Catherine Maxwell Lady Kennedy [aged 49] by marriage Lord Kennedy.
On 27th March 1489 Gilbert Kennedy 1st Lord Kennedy [aged 84] died. His son John [aged 34] succeeded 2nd Lord Kennedy. Elizabeth Gordon Countess Erroll by marriage Lord Kennedy.
David Comyn Lord Kilbride was appointed Lord Kilbride.
In 1604 Edward Bruce 1st Lord Kinloss [aged 56] was created 1st Lord Kinloss.
David Leslie 5th Lord Lindores was appointed 5th Lord Lindores.
Around October 1444 John Lindsay 1st Lord Lindsay of the Byres [aged 42] was created 1st Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
In 1482 John Lindsay 1st Lord Lindsay of the Byres [aged 80] died. His son David succeeded 2nd Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
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.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
In 1490 David Lindsay 2nd Lord Lindsay of the Byres died. His brother John succeeded 3rd Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
After 26th October 1498 John Lindsay 3rd Lord Lindsay of the Byres died. His brother Patrick succeeded 4th Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
After 8th March 1526 Patrick Lindsay 4th Lord Lindsay of the Byres died. His grandson John [aged 44] succeeded 5th Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
Around 17th December 1563 John Lindsay 5th Lord Lindsay of the Byres [aged 81] died. His son Patrick [aged 42] succeeded 6th Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
On 11th December 1589 Patrick Lindsay 6th Lord Lindsay of the Byres [aged 68] died. His son James [aged 35] succeeded 7th Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
On 5th November 1601 James Lindsay 7th Lord Lindsay of the Byres [aged 47] died. His son John succeeded 8th Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
John Lindsay 8th Lord Lindsay of the Byres died. His brother Robert succeeded 8th Lord Lindsay of the Byres.
Alexander Livingston 5th Lord Livingston succeeded 5th Lord Livingston. Agnes Douglas Countess March by marriage Countess Dunbar aka March 1C.
Before 1449 Robert Stewart 1st Lord Lorn [aged 66] was created 1st Lord Lorn.
In 1449 Robert Stewart 1st Lord Lorn [aged 67] died. His son John succeeded 2nd Lord Lorn.
Before 30th November 1463 John Stewart 2nd Lord Lorn died. His brother Walter succeeded 3rd Lord Lorn.
Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
On 30th November 1469 Walter Stewart 3rd Lord Lorn 1st Lord Innermeath resigned Lord Lorn and was created 1st Lord Innermeath.
On 17th July 1528 Henry Stewart 1st Lord Methven [aged 33] was created 1st Lord Methven possibly to reflect his new status as husband of Margaret Tudor Queen Scotland [aged 38].
In 1552 Henry Stewart 1st Lord Methven [aged 57] died. His son Henry [aged 23] succeeded 2nd Lord Methven.
Before 3rd March 1572 Henry Stewart 2nd Lord Methven [aged 44] and Jean Ruthven Lady Methven were married. She by marriage Lord Methven.
On 3rd March 1572 Henry Stewart 2nd Lord Methven [aged 44] was shot and killed by a cannon at Edinburgh Castle [Map]. His son Henry succeeded 3rd Lord Methven.
Around 1580 Henry Stewart 3rd Lord Methven died without issue. Lord Methven extinct.
Before 3rd July 1445 Alexander Montgomerie 1st Lord Montgomerie [aged 32] was created 1st Lord Montgomerie.
In or before 1460 Alexander Montgomerie 2nd Lord Montgomerie [aged 14] and Catherine Kennedy Lady Montgomerie [aged 14] were married. She by marriage Lord Montgomerie.
Around 1470 Alexander Montgomerie 1st Lord Montgomerie [aged 57] died. His grandson Alexander succeeded 2nd Lord Montgomerie. The date somewhat confusing since his grandchild Alexander Montgomerie 2nd Lord Montgomerie who succeeded him appears to have predeceased him?
On 5th May 1627 Archibald Napier 1st Baronet [aged 51] was created 1st Lord Napier of Merchistoun.
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.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
In November 1645 Archibald Napier 1st Baronet [aged 69] died. His son Archibald [aged 20] succeeded 2nd Baronet Napier of Merchistoun, 2nd Lord Napier of Merchistoun.
On 4th September 1658 Archibald Napier 2nd Baronet [aged 33] died. His son Archibald succeeded 3rd Baronet Napier of Merchistoun, 3rd Lord Napier of Merchistoun.
In 1664 Thomas Nicolson 2nd Baronet [aged 36] died. His aunt Margaret succeeded 5th Lord Napier of Merchistoun.
In 1683 Archibald Napier 3rd Baronet died unmarried and without issue. Baronet Napier of Merchistoun dormant. His nephew Thomas succeeded 4th Lord Napier of Merchistoun.
In August 1534 Andrew Stewart 2nd Lord Avondale 1st Lord Ochiltree was created 1st Lord Ochiltree.
In 1549 Andrew Stewart 2nd Lord Avondale 1st Lord Ochiltree died. His son Andrew [aged 28] succeeded 2nd Lord Ochiltree.
In 1591 Andrew Stewart 2nd Lord Ochiltree [aged 70] died. His grandson Andrew [aged 31] succeeded 3rd Lord Ochiltree.
Andrew Stewart 2nd Lord Avondale 1st Lord Ochiltree and Margaret Hamilton Lady Avondale Lady Ochiltree were married. She by marriage Lord Avondale, Lord Ochiltree. She the illegitmate daughter of James Hamilton 1st Earl Arran and Beatrix Drummond. They were fourth cousins. She a great x 5 granddaughter of King Edward III of England.
Andrew Stewart 2nd Lord Ochiltree and Agnes Cunningham Lady Ochiltree were married. She by marriage Lord Ochiltree.
On 28th April 1491 James Ogilvy 1st Lord Ogilvy of Airlie [aged 61] was created 1st Lord Ogilvy of Airlie.
Before 25th September 1504 James Ogilvy 1st Lord Ogilvy of Airlie [aged 74] died. His son John succeeded 2nd Lord Ogilvy of Airlie.
Before 9th January 1506 John Ogilvy 2nd Lord Ogilvy of Airlie died. His son James succeeded 3rd Lord Ogilvy of Airlie.
Between 1513 and 29th November 1524 James Ogilvy 3rd Lord Ogilvy of Airlie died. His son James succeeded 4th Lord Ogilvy of Airlie.
Between 27th November 1547 and 13th July 1548 James Ogilvy 4th Lord Ogilvy of Airlie died. His grandson James [aged 6] succeeded 5th Lord Ogilvy of Airlie.
In July 1455 Laurence Oliphant 1st Lord Oliphant [aged 21] was created 1st Lord Oliphant. Isabel Hay Lady Oliphant [aged 14] by marriage Lord Oliphant.
In 1498 Laurence Oliphant 1st Lord Oliphant [aged 64] died. His son John [aged 34] succeeded 2nd Lord Oliphant. Elizabeth Campbell Lady Oliphant by marriage Lord Oliphant.
The History of William Marshal was commissioned by his son shortly after William’s death in 1219 to celebrate the Marshal’s remarkable life; it is an authentic, contemporary voice. The manuscript was discovered in 1861 by French historian Paul Meyer. Meyer published the manuscript in its original Anglo-French in 1891 in two books. This book is a line by line translation of the first of Meyer’s books; lines 1-10152. Book 1 of the History begins in 1139 and ends in 1194. It describes the events of the Anarchy, the role of William’s father John, John’s marriages, William’s childhood, his role as a hostage at the siege of Newbury, his injury and imprisonment in Poitou where he met Eleanor of Aquitaine and his life as a knight errant. It continues with the accusation against him of an improper relationship with Margaret, wife of Henry the Young King, his exile, and return, the death of Henry the Young King, the rebellion of Richard, the future King Richard I, war with France, the death of King Henry II, and the capture of King Richard, and the rebellion of John, the future King John. It ends with the release of King Richard and the death of John Marshal.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
Before 1529 Laurence Oliphant 3rd Lord Oliphant and Margaret Sandilands Lady Oliphant were married. She by marriage Lord Oliphant.
On 26th March 1566 Laurence Oliphant 3rd Lord Oliphant died. His son Laurence [aged 37] succeeded 4th Lord Oliphant.
Colin Oliphant and Elizabeth Keith were married. Laurence Oliphant 3rd Lord Oliphant succeeded 3rd Lord Oliphant.
Laurence Oliphant 4th Lord Oliphant and Margaret Hay Lady Oliphant were married. She by marriage Lord Oliphant. She the daughter of George Hay 7th Earl Erroll and Margaret Robertson Countess Erroll. They were third cousin once removed.
In 1587 Claud Hamilton 1st Lord Paisley [aged 40] was created 1st Lord Paisley. Margaret Seton Lady Paisley [aged 30] by marriage Lord Paisley.
Around 1826 Spencer Boyd 12th of Penkill died. His son Spencer succeeded 13th Lord Penkill.
In 1865 Spencer Boyd 13th of Penkill died unmarried. His sister Alice [aged 40] succeeded 14th Lord Penkill.
On 11th April 1897 Alice Boyd 14th of Penkill [aged 72] died without issue. Her half brother Eleanor succeeded 15th Lord Penkill.
Ninian Ross Lord Ross succeeded Lord Ross. Elizabeth Ruthven Countess Erroll by marriage Lord Ross.
William Ross 12th Lord Ross succeeded 12th Lord Ross.
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.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
In February 1488 William Ruthven 1st Lord Ruthven was created 1st Lord Ruthven. Christian Forbes Lady Ruthven [aged 15] by marriage Lord Ruthven.
In 1543 William Abernethy 5th Lord Saltoun died. His son Alexander succeeded 6th Lord Saltoun.
In 1587 Alexander Abernethy 6th Lord Saltoun died. His son George [aged 32] succeeded 7th Lord Saltoun. Margaret Stewart Lady Saltoun by marriage Lord Saltoun.
On 27th April 1590 George Abernethy 7th Lord Saltoun [aged 35] died. His son John [aged 13] succeeded 8th Lord Saltoun.
Before 4th April 1603 John Abernethy 8th Lord Saltoun [aged 26] and Magdalen Urquhart Lady Saltoun [aged 18] were married. She by marriage Lord Saltoun.
In 1605 John Abernethy 8th Lord Saltoun [aged 28] and Elizabeth Stewart Lady Saltoun [aged 18] were married. She by marriage Lord Saltoun. She the daughter of James "The Bonnie Earl" Stewart 2nd Earl of Moray and Elizabeth Stewart 2nd Countess Moray. They were second cousins. She a great x 3 granddaughter of King Henry VII of England and Ireland.
On 11th January 1609 John Abernethy 8th Lord Saltoun [aged 32] and Anne Stewart [aged 28] were married. She by marriage Lord Saltoun.
Around 13th July 1612 John Abernethy 8th Lord Saltoun [aged 35] died. His son Alexander [aged 1] succeeded 9th Lord Saltoun.
Before 17th December 1668 Alexander Abernethy 9th Lord Saltoun [aged 57] died unmarried. Lord Saltoun extinct.
John Stewart Lord Sticks was created Lord Sticks.
Henrici Quinti, Angliæ Regis, Gesta, is a first-hand account of the Agincourt Campaign, and subsequent events to his death in 1422. The author of the first part was a Chaplain in King Henry's retinue who was present from King Henry's departure at Southampton in 1415, at the siege of Harfleur, the battle of Agincourt, and the celebrations on King Henry's return to London. The second part, by another writer, relates the events that took place including the negotiations at Troye, Henry's marriage and his death in 1422.
Available at Amazon in eBook and Paperback format.
In December 1551 Archibald Campbell [aged 41] died in Calder. His son John [aged 11] succeeded 3rd Thane of Cawdor.
In 1564 John Campbell 1st of Cawdor [aged 74] died. His son Archibald succeeded 2nd Thane of Cawdor.
On 27th August 1697 Alexander Campbell 16th Thane of Cawdor [aged 35] died on the Isle of Islay. His son John [aged 2] succeeded 18th Thane of Cawdor.
On 11th March 1716 Hugh Campbell [aged 81] died in Calder. His son Alexander succeeded 16th Thane of Cawdor.
John Campbell 1st of Cawdor was created 1st Thane of Cawdor.
Hugh Campbell succeeded 15th Thane of Cawdor. Henrietta Stewart by marriage Thane of Cawdor.