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The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel Volume 1 Chapters 1-60 1307-1342

The True Chronicles of Jean le Bel offer one of the most vivid and immediate accounts of 14th-century Europe, written by a knight who lived through the events he describes, and experienced some of them first hand. Covering the early decades of the Hundred Years’ War, this remarkable chronicle follows the campaigns of Edward III of England, the politics of France and the Low Countries, and the shifting alliances that shaped medieval warfare. Unlike later historians, Jean le Bel writes with a strong sense of eyewitness authenticity, drawing on personal experience and the testimony of fellow soldiers. His narrative captures not only battles and sieges, but also the realities of military life, diplomacy, and the ideals of chivalry that governed noble society. A key source for Jean Froissart, Le Bel’s chronicle stands on its own as a compelling and insightful work, at once historical record and literary achievement. This translation builds on the 1905 edition published in French by Jules Viard, adding extensive translations from other sources Rymer's Fœdera, the Chronicles of Adam Murimuth, William Nangis, Walter of Guisborough, a Bourgeois of Valenciennes, Geoffrey le Baker of Swinbroke and Richard Lescot to enrich the original text and Viard's notes.

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Earl of Stair

Earl of Stair is in Earl.

In 1703 John Dalrymple 1st Earl of Stair [aged 54] was created 1st Earl of Stair.

On 9th May 1747 John Dalrymple 2nd Earl of Stair [aged 73] died. His nephew James [aged 48] succeeded 3rd Earl of Stair.

On 13th November 1760 James Dalrymple 3rd Earl of Stair [aged 61] died. His brother William [aged 61] succeeded 4th Earl of Stair.

On 27th July 1768 William Dalrymple Crichton 5th Earl Dumfries 4th Earl of Stair [aged 69] died. Patrick Mcdouall Crichton 6th Earl Dumfries [aged 41] succeeded 6th Earl Dumfries. His first cousin John [aged 48] succeeded 4th Earl of Stair.

In 1789 John Dalrymple 5th Earl of Stair [aged 69] died. His son John [aged 40] succeeded 6th Earl of Stair.

On 1st June 1821 John Dalrymple 6th Earl of Stair [aged 72] died without issue. His first cousin John [aged 36] succeeded 7th Earl of Stair.

On 22nd March 1840 John Dalrymple 7th Earl of Stair [aged 55] died without issue. His third cousin once removed John [aged 68] succeeded 8th Earl of Stair.

On 10th January 1853 John Dalrymple 8th Earl of Stair [aged 81] died. His brother North [aged 77] succeeded 8th Earl of Stair.

On 9th November 1864 North Dalrymple 9th Earl of Stair [aged 88] died. His son John [aged 45] succeeded 10th Earl of Stair.

On 3rd December 1903 John Dalrymple 10th Earl of Stair [aged 84] died. His son John [aged 55] succeeded 11th Earl of Stair.

On 2nd December 1914 John Dalrymple 11th Earl of Stair [aged 66] died. His son John [aged 35] succeeded 12th Earl of Stair.

On 4th November 1961 John James Dalrymple 12th Earl of Stair [aged 82] died. His son John [aged 55] succeeded 13th Earl of Stair.

On 27th February 1996 John Aymer Dalrymple 13th Earl of Stair [aged 89] died. His son John [aged 34] succeeded 14th Earl of Stair.

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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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In 2006 John Dalrymple 14th Earl of Stair [aged 44] and Emily Mary Stonor Countess of Stair [aged 36] were married. She by marriage Countess of Stair. He the son of John Aymer Dalrymple 13th Earl of Stair and Davina Katherine Bowes-Lyon [aged 76].