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Chronicles of the Reigns of Edward I and II Volume 1 Annals of London and Annals of St Paul's

This volume brings together two important medieval chronicles of the reigns of Edward I and Edward II: the Annals of London (Annales Londonienses) and the Annals of St Paul’s (Annales Paulini). Written close to the events they describe, these chronicles offer a vivid contemporary record of English political, military, ecclesiastical and civic life from the late thirteenth to the early fourteenth century. Their particular strength lies in their London perspective, recording not only the affairs of kings, nobles and bishops, but also parliaments, royal proclamations, civic disputes, elections of mayors and sheriffs, executions, tournaments, religious ceremonies, fires, floods, disturbances and the everyday concerns of the capital. The chronicles cover some of the most dramatic events of the period, including the wars of Edward I, conflict with Scotland, the turbulent reign of Edward II, the rise and fall of Piers Gaveston and the Despensers, the rebellion of Thomas of Lancaster, Queen Isabella’s invasion of England, the deposition of Edward II, and the accession of Edward III. The Annales Paulini, associated with St Paul’s Cathedral, is particularly rich in detailed observations of London and its clergy and citizens. An essential primary source for students and readers interested in medieval England, London history, Edward I, Edward II, Edward III, the Scottish wars, medieval politics, and ecclesiastical history, this volume provides an unusually immediate view of a kingdom undergoing profound political upheaval.

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Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth 1757-1844

Paternal Family Tree: Addington

On 30th May 1757 Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth was born.

In 1793 [his daughter] Frances Addington was born to Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 35]. She married 20th June 1820 George Pellew, son of Edward Pellew 1st Viscount Exmouth and Susan Frowde Viscountess Exmouth, and had issue.

On 13th November 1794 [his son] William Leonard Addington 2nd Viscount Sidmouth was born to Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 37].

Around 1797 John Singleton Copley [aged 58]. Portrait of Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 39].

1803. William Beechey [aged 49]. Portrait of Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 45].

On 12th January 1805 Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 47] was created 1st Viscount Sidmouth.

Before 1815 John Singleton Copley [aged 76]. Portrait of Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 57].

On 20th June 1820 [his son-in-law] George Pellew [aged 27] and [his daughter] Frances Addington [aged 27] were married.

Around 1822. Thomas Clement Thompson [aged 42]. Portrait of Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 64].

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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 15th February 1844 Henry Addington 1st Viscount Sidmouth [aged 86] died. His son William [aged 49] succeeded 2nd Viscount Sidmouth.