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Annals of Kings Richard II and Henry IV 1393-1406

The Annals of Kings Richard II and Henry IV offers a vivid contemporary account of one of the most turbulent periods in late medieval England. Covering the reigns of Richard II and Henry IV, the chronicle records royal ceremonies, political conflict, rebellion, war, taxation, religious controversy, executions, popular unrest and remarkable portents. Its pages include a detailed description of Richard II’s coronation, the fall and deposition of the king, Henry IV’s seizure of the throne, the Percy rebellion, the execution of Archbishop Richard Scrope, the campaigns of Owain Glyndŵr, and England’s relations with Scotland, France, Portugal and Scandinavia. Alongside affairs of state, the annalist preserves reports of miracles, eclipses, prophecies, supernatural events and the experiences of ordinary townspeople, clergy, soldiers and travellers. Written from a monastic perspective, the work combines political observation with moral judgement, presenting victories and disasters as evidence of divine favour or punishment. At once a historical record and a reflection of medieval belief, the Annals provides an invaluable window into the challenges, ceremonies and conflicts of England at the turn of the fifteenth century.

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Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset

Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset is in Baronies of England Alphabetically, Baronies of England Chronologically, Extant Baronies of England.

Summary

1794. 1st. Welbore Ellis 1st Baron Mendip [aged 80] created.

2nd February 1802. 2nd. Great Nephew Henry Agar 2nd Viscount Clifden [aged 41] succeeded.

13th July 1836. 3rd. Grandson Henry Agar-Ellis 3rd Viscount Clifden [aged 11] succeeded.

20th February 1866. 4th. Son Henry George Agar-Ellis 4th Viscount Clifden [aged 2] succeeded.

28th March 1895. 5th. Uncle Leopold George Agar-Ellis 5th Viscount Clifden [aged 65] succeeded.

10th September 1899. 6th. Half Second Cousin Thomas Agar-Robartes 6th Viscount Clifden [aged 55] succeeded.

19th July 1930. 7th. Son Francis Gerald Agar-Robartes 7th Viscount Clifden [aged 47] succeeded.

15th July 1966. 8th. Brother Arthur Victor Agar-Robartes 8th Viscount Clifden [aged 79] succeeded.

22nd December 1974. 9th. Fourth Cousin Once Removed Shaun Agar 6th Earl Normanton [aged 29] succeeded.

13th February 2019. 10th. Son James Agar 7th Earl Normanton [aged 37] succeeded.

In 1794 Welbore Ellis 1st Baron Mendip [aged 80] was created 1st Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset with remainder to the three eldest sons of his sister Anne by her husband Henry Agar, of Gowran and Gowran Castle.

On 2nd February 1802 Welbore Ellis 1st Baron Mendip [aged 88] died. His great nephew Henry [aged 41] succeeded 2nd Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset.

On 13th July 1836 Henry Agar 2nd Viscount Clifden [aged 75] died in Hanover Square. His grandson Henry [aged 11] succeeded 3rd Viscount Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny, 3rd Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset.

On 20th February 1866 Henry Agar-Ellis 3rd Viscount Clifden [aged 40] died. His son Henry [aged 2] succeeded 4th Viscount Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny, 4th Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset, 3rd Baron Dover.

On 28th March 1895 Henry George Agar-Ellis 4th Viscount Clifden [aged 31] died. His uncle Leopold [aged 65] succeeded 5th Viscount Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny, 5th Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset, 4th Baron Dover. Harriet Stonor Viscountess Clifden [aged 58] by marriage Viscountess Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny.

On 10th September 1899 Leopold George Agar-Ellis 5th Viscount Clifden [aged 70] died. His half second cousin Thomas [aged 55] succeeded 6th Viscount Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny, 6th Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset. Baron Dover extinct. Mary Dickinson Viscountess Clifden by marriage Viscountess Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny.

On 19th July 1930 Thomas Agar-Robartes 6th Viscount Clifden [aged 86] died. His son Francis [aged 47] succeeded 7th Viscount Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny, 7th Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset, 3rd Baron Robartes of Lanhydrock and of Truro in Cornwall.

On 15th July 1966 Francis Gerald Agar-Robartes 7th Viscount Clifden [aged 83] died unmarried. His brother Arthur [aged 79] succeeded 8th Viscount Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny, 8th Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset, 4th Baron Robartes of Lanhydrock and of Truro in Cornwall.

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The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel Volume 2 Chapters 61-109 1342-1361

The Chronicle of Jean le Bel, Volume 2 continues one of the most important fourteenth-century accounts of the early Hundred Years’ War. Written by the Liège chronicler Jean le Bel, this vivid narrative follows the fortunes of Edward III, Jean II of France, the Black Prince, the great nobles of France and England, and the soldiers, captains and companies who shaped the conflict. This volume covers some of the most dramatic events of the period, including the battles of Crécy and Poitiers, the siege and capture of Calais, the captivity of King John, the rise of the Jacquerie, the turmoil in Paris under Étienne Marcel and Charles of Navarre, the devastation caused by the free companies, Edward III’s great campaign of 1359–1360, and the negotiations leading to the Treaty of Brétigny. Jean le Bel’s chronicle is especially valuable for its lively detail, its interest in chivalry, warfare, politics and reputation, and its influence on later chroniclers, most famously Froissart. This English translation presents the text in clear, readable British English while preserving the force and character of the original narrative. The translation includes extensive notes to help the reader better understand Jean le Bel's text. Volume 2 also includes translated appendices drawn from royal and administrative records, many from the English Record Office, which illuminate Edward III’s campaigns in Brittany, the siege and occupation of Calais, naval preparations, military finance, appointments, safe conducts and related affairs.

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On 22nd December 1974 Arthur Victor Agar-Robartes 8th Viscount Clifden [aged 87] died without male issue. He was buried at St Hydroc's Church, Lanhydrock. Viscount Clifden of Gowran in County Kilkenny, Baron Robartes of Lanhydrock and of Truro in Cornwall extinct. His fourth cousin once removed Shaun [aged 29] succeeded 9th Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset.

On 13th February 2019 Shaun Agar 6th Earl Normanton [aged 73] died. His son James [aged 37] succeeded 6th Earl Normanton, 10th Baron Mendip of Mendip in Somerset.