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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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William Borlase of Little Marlow 1564-1629

Paternal Family Tree: Borlase

Around 1564 William Borlase of Little Marlow was born to John Borlase of Buckinghamshire [aged 37].

On 17th November 1581 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 17] matriculated Magdalen College, Oxford University.

In 1584 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 20] was a student at Gray's Inn.

In 1589 [his son] William Borlase was born to William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 25]. He married before 21st August 1619 Jane Popham and had issue.

Around 1590 [his son] Henry Borlase was born to William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 26].

On 6th May 1593 [his father] John Borlase of Buckinghamshire [aged 66] died.

In 1601 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 37] was appointed High Sheriff of Buckinghamshire.

On 28th June 1603 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 39] was knighted at Beddington, Surrey.

In 1604 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 40] was elected MP Aylesbury.

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The History of William Marshal, Earl of Chepstow and Pembroke, Regent of England. Book 1 of 2, Lines 1-10152.

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.

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In 1614 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 50] was elected MP Buckinghamshire.

Before 21st August 1619 [his son] William Borlase [aged 30] and [his daughter-in-law] Jane Popham were married.

In 1624 [his son] Henry Borlase [aged 34] died.

In 1624 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 60] founded Sir William Borlase's Grammar School in memory of his son Henry Borlase [aged 34] who had died that year.

On 4th September 1629 William Borlase of Little Marlow [aged 65] died. He was buried on 10th September 1629.