Abingdon

John Evelyn's Diary 1637-1639 University. 20th May, 1639. Accompanied with one Mr. J. Crafford (who afterward being my fellow-traveler in Italy, there changed his religion), I took a journey of pleasure to see the Somersetshire baths, Bristol, Cirencester, Malmesbury, Abington, and divers other towns of lesser note; and returned the 25th.

Abingdon Abbey, Abingdon

In 1127 Ralph Basset 1076-1127 (51) died at Abingdon Abbey, Abingdon.

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On Sep 1142 Robert II Oili 1065-1142 (77) died at Abingdon Abbey, Abingdon.

In Oct 1361 Margaret Plantagenet Countess Pembroke 1346-1361 (15) died. She was buried at Abingdon Abbey, Abingdon.

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In 1458 Thomas Courtenay 13th Earl Devon 1414-1458 (44) died at Abingdon Abbey, Abingdon. He was buried at Courtenay Chantry Chapel, Exeter Cathedral. His son Thomas Courtenay 14th Earl Devon 1432-1461 (26) succeeded 14th Earl Devon (2C Courtenay).

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Cumnor Place, Abingdon

Death of Amy Robsart wife of Robert Dudley

On 08 Sep 1560 , the day of the Abingdon Fair, Amy Robsart -1560 died from falling down stairs at Cumnor Place, Abingdon. She was married to Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (28), favourite of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (27), who was with Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (27) at Windsor Castle at the time. Foul play was suspected but not proven. The event was regarded as suspicious by many. The Queen's reputation being tarnished she could not risk a marriage with Dudley.

In 1587 William Segar Painter 1554-1663. Portrait of Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (54).

Around 1575 Unknown Artist. Portrait of Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (42).

Around 1575 Unknown Artist. Portrait of Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (42) wearing his Garter Collar.

Around 1546. William Scrots Painter 1517-1553 (29). Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (12) before her accession painted for her father.

Around 1570 Hans Eworth Painter 1520-1574 (50). Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (36).

In 1579 George Gower Painter 1540-1596 (39). The Plimton Sieve Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (45).

In 1572 Nicholas Hilliard Painter 1547-1619 (25) painted the "Pelican Portrait" of Elizabeth I (38).

In 1572 Nicholas Hilliard Painter 1547-1619 (25) painted the "Phoenix Portrait" of Elizabeth I (38).

Around 1585 William Segar Painter 1554-1663. Ermine Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (51).

Around 1592 Marcus Gheeraerts Painter 1562-1636 (30). The Ditchley Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (58).

After 1585 Unknown Artist. Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland.

Around 1563 Steven van der Meulen Painter -1564. Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I of England and Ireland (29).

North Court House, Abingdon

On 26 Oct 1878 Theresa Stourton Baroness Arundel Wardour 1812-1878 (66) died at North Court House, Abingdon.

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St Edmund's Lane, Abingdon

On 20 Nov 1174 Edmund Rich Archbishop of Canterbury 1174-1240 was born at St Edmund's Lane, Abingdon.

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Ascot

Sunningdale, Ascot

Coworth Park, Sunningdale, Ascot

On 23 Jul 1957 Alice Maude Olivia Montagu Countess Derby 1862-1957 (94) died at Coworth Park, Sunningdale, Ascot.

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Bagshot

John Evelyn's Diary 1685 September. 15 Sep 1685. I accompanied Mr. Pepys (52) to Portsmouth, whither his Ma* (51) was going the first time since his coming to the Crowne, to see in what state the fortifications were. We tooke coach and six horses, late after dinner, yet got to Bagshot that night. Whilst supper was making ready I went and made a visit to Mrs. Graham (34), some time maid of honour to ye Queene Dowager (46), now wife to James Graham, Esq (36) of the privy purse to the King; her house being a walke in the forest, within a little quarter of a mile from Bagshot towne. Very importunate she was that I would sup, and abide there that night, but being obliged by my companion, I return'd to our inn, after she had shew'd me her house, wch was very commodious and well furnish'd, as she was an excellent housewife, a prudent and virtuous lady. There is a parke full of red deere about it. Her eldest son was now sick there of the small-pox, but in a likely way of recovery, and other of her children run about, and among the infected, wnh she said she let them do on purpose that they might whilst young pass that fatal disease she fancied they were to undergo one time or other, and that this would be the best: the severity of this cruell disease so lately in my poore family confirming much of what she affirmed.

Before 1694 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694. Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 when Duke of York.

Around 1665 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (46). Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 (31) and Anne Hyde Queen Consort England 1637-1671 (27).

Before 04 Jan 1674 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680. Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 wearing his Garter Robes.

Around 1672 Henri Gascar 1635-1701 (37). Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 (38).

Before 1687 Pieter Borsseler Painter 1634-1687. Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705.

Around 1663 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (44). Portrait of Eleanor Needham Baroness Byron 1627-1664 (36) depicted as Saint Catherine of Alexandria in a guise probably intended to flatter Charles II's Queen, Catherine of Braganza (24). Accordingly she carries the martyr's palm branch and leans upon a wheel. The sitter looks to two Putti in the upper left, one of whom holds a wreath of bay leaves above her head. She is wearing a copper-red dress with a richly decorated blue mantle about her arms.

Around 1665 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (46). Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705 (26).

Around 1670 Jacob Huysmans Painter 1633-1696 (37). Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705 (31).

Before 1696 Jacob Huysmans Painter 1633-1696. Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705.

Before 1696 Jacob Huysmans Painter 1633-1696. Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705.

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of the future Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (11).

Before 1691. John Riley Painter 1646-1691. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Around 1661 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694 (43). Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (30) in his coronation robes.

Before 11 Jul 1671 Adriaen Hanneman Painter 1603-1671. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Bagshot Park, Bagshot

On 20 Apr 1770 George Keppel 3rd Earl Albermarle 1724-1772 (46) and Anne Miller Countess Albermarle -1824 were married at Bagshot Park, Bagshot. Anne Miller Countess Albermarle -1824 by marriage Countess Albermarle (1C 1697).

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Bisham

Bisham Abbey, Bisham

On 23 Nov 1349 Catherine Grandison Countess Salisbury 1304-1349 (45) died at Bisham Abbey, Bisham.

In 1474 Geoffrey Pole 1430-1474 (44) died at Bisham Abbey, Bisham. He was buried at Bisham Abbey, Bisham.

After 28 Nov 1499 Edward "Last Plantagenet" York 17th Earl Warwick 1475-1499 was buried at Bisham Abbey, Bisham.

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In 1560 Edward Hoby 1560-1617 was born at Bisham Abbey, Bisham.

Bisham Priory, Bisham

After 14 Apr 1471 Richard "Kingmaker" Neville 16th Earl Warwick, 6th Earl Salisbury 1428-1471 was buried at Bisham Priory, Bisham.

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After 14 Apr 1471 John Neville 1st Marquess Montagu 1431-1471 was buried at Bisham Priory, Bisham.

After 21 Apr 1509 Thomas Wriothesley Garter King of Arms -1534 made a drawing of the death of Henry VII (he wasn't present). The drawing shows those present and in some cases provides their arms by which they can be identified. From top left clockwise:

Boveney

Around 1429 Edward Montagu 1429-1529 was born to Richard Montagu 1389-1429 (40) at Boveney.

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In 1455 Robert Montagu 1455-1520 was born to Edward Montagu 1429-1529 (26) at Boveney.

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In 1520 Robert Montagu 1455-1520 (65) died at Boveney.

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Bray

Buckland

In 1605 John Yate 2nd Baronet Yate 1605-1658 was born to Edward Yate 1st Baronet 1575-1645 (30) in Buckland.

In 1634 Charles Yate 3rd Baronet Yate 1634-1680 was born to John Yate 2nd Baronet Yate 1605-1658 (29) and Mary Pakington 1611-1696 (23) in Buckland.

Around 1664 Pieter Borsseler Painter 1634-1687 (30). Portrait of Charles Yate 3rd Baronet Yate 1634-1680 (30).

Around 1664 Pieter Borsseler Painter 1634-1687 (30). Portrait of Mary Pakington 1611-1696 (53).

Clewer

On 02 Dec 1858 Anthony Henry Ashley-Cooper 1807-1858 (51) died at Clewer.

Crowthorne

Donnington

John Evelyn's Diary 1654 June. 09 Jun 1654. . Dined at Marlborough, which having been lately fired, was now new built. At one end of this town, we saw my Lord Seymour's (64) house, but nothing observable save the Mount, to which we ascended by windings for near half a mile. It seems to have been cast up by hand. We passed by Colonel Popham's (49), a noble seat, park, and river. Thence, to Newbury, a considerable town, and Donnington, famous for its battle, siege, and castle, this last had been in the possession of old Geoffrey Chaucer. Then to Aldermaston, a house of Sir Humphrey Forster's, built à la moderne. Also, that exceedingly beautiful seat of my Lord Pembroke (33), on the ascent of hill, flanked with wood, and regarding the river, and so, at night, to Cadenham, the mansion of Edward Hungerford, Esq, uncle to my wife (19), where we made some stay. The rest of the week we did nothing but feast and make good cheer, to welcome my wife (19).

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Donnington Castle, Donnington

In 1386 Richard Adderbury of Donnington Casatle 1331-1399 (55) was given permission by Richard II King England 1367-1400 (18) to fortify Donnington Castle, Donnington.

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Eaton

On 23 Jul 1577 Thomas Wenman 1548-1577 (29) died. He left significant debts to the Crown requiring some of his lands to be sold. Eaton was sold to John Danvers 1540-1594 (37) for £7700. Richard Wenman 1st Viscount Wenman 1573-1640 (4) was made a ward of his mother Jane West 1558-1606 (19) and Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (45). Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (45) sold his interest to James Cressy who subsequently married Jane West 1558-1606 (19).

In 1587 William Segar Painter 1554-1663. Portrait of Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (54).

Around 1575 Unknown Artist. Portrait of Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (42).

Around 1575 Unknown Artist. Portrait of Robert Dudley 1st Earl of Leicester 1532-1588 (42) wearing his Garter Collar.

Hungerford

In 1440 Richard Mayew Bishop of Hereford 1440-1516 was born in Hungerford. His surname sometimes Mayo.

On or before 08 Jun 1738 Francis Stonehouse 1654-1738 (84) died. On 08 Jun 1738 he was buried in Hungerford.

Hungerford Church, Hungerford

Walter Hungerford was buried at Hungerford Church, Hungerford.

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Lambourne

On 27 Jun 1335 William Grandison 1st Baron Grandison 1262-1335 (73) died at Lambourne. His son Piers Grandison 2nd Baron Grandison -1358 succeeded 2nd Baron Grandison. Blanche Mortimer Baroness Grandison 1312-1347 (23) by marriage Baroness Grandison. His son John Grandison Bishop of Exeter 1292-1369 (43) succeeded 3rd Baron Grandison.

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Midgham

On 17 Dec 1750 Stephen Poyntz 1685-1750 (65) died at Midgham.

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Mortimer

Around 1332 Edward Zouche 1332- was born to William Zouche 1st Baron Zouche Mortimer 1265-1336 (67) and Eleanor Clare Baroness Zouche Mortimer 1292-1337 (39) at Mortimer.

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Moulsford

In 1215 William Carew 1215-1279 was born at Moulsford.

Around 1235 Nicholas Carew 1235-1297 was born to William Carew 1215-1279 (20) and Alice Marshal 1215-1271 (20) in Moulsford.

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Around 1253 Nicholas Carew 1253-1311 was born to Nicholas Carew 1235-1297 (18) in Moulsford.

On 04 Oct 1369 Leonard Carew 1342-1369 (26) died in Moulsford.

Newbury

In 1628 Thomas Millington Doctor 1628-1704 was born in Newbury.

In 1635 Thomas Chamberlayne 2nd Baronet Chamberlayne 1635-1682 was born to Thomas Chamberlayne 1st Baronet Chamberlayne -1643 at Newbury.

After 1635 James Chamberlayne 3rd Baronet Chamberlayne 1635-1699 was born to Thomas Chamberlayne 1st Baronet Chamberlayne -1643 at Newbury.

First Battle of Newbury

On 20 Sep 1643 the First Battle of Newbury was fought at Newbury with Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (42) commanding the Royalist army and Robert Devereux 3rd Earl Essex 1591-1646 (52) commanding the victorious Parliamentary army. For Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (42) John Byron 1st Baron Byron 1599-1652 (44) fought with distinction. Henry Bertie -1643, Robert Dormer 1st Earl Carnarvon 1610-1643 (33) was killed.
William Villiers 2nd Viscount Grandison 1614-1643 (29) was killed. His brother John Villiers 3rd Viscount Grandison -1661 succeeded 3rd Viscount Grandison (1C 1620).
Edward Villiers 1620-1689 (23) fought.
Lucius Carey 2nd Viscount Falkland 1610-1643 (33) was killed. His son Lucius Carey 3rd Viscount Falkland 1632-1649 (11) succeeded 3rd Viscount Falkland.
Richard Neville 1615-1676 (28) served under the Earl Carnarvon (33). Carnarvon was killed and Neville took up the command as a Colonel of Horse.
Charles Fleetwood 1618-1692 (25) was wounded.

In 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (32) known as Charles I with M.De St Antoine.

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (36).

Around 1763. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. Northumberland House looking towards Strand. Note the Percy Lion; crest of the Duke Northumberland. And the statue of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 which remains in situ on the corner of what is now the south-east corner of Trafalgar Square.

Before 1652. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646. Portrait of John Byron 1st Baron Byron 1599-1652.

Around 1630 John Hoskins Painter 1590-1664 (40). Portrait of Lucius Carey 2nd Viscount Falkland 1610-1643 (20).

In 1633 Cornelius Johnson Painter 1593-1661 (39). Portrait of Lucius Carey 2nd Viscount Falkland 1610-1643 (23).

In 1635 Cornelius Johnson Painter 1593-1661 (41). Portrait of Lucius Carey 2nd Viscount Falkland 1610-1643 (25).

Before 1643 Cornelius Johnson Painter 1593-1661. Portrait of Lucius Carey 2nd Viscount Falkland 1610-1643. Montacute House.

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of Richard Neville 1615-1676 (26).

Around 1654. Robert Walker Painter 1599-1658 (55). Portrait of Charles Fleetwood 1618-1692 (36).

John Evelyn's Diary 1654 June. 09 Jun 1654. . Dined at Marlborough, which having been lately fired, was now new built. At one end of this town, we saw my Lord Seymour's (64) house, but nothing observable save the Mount, to which we ascended by windings for near half a mile. It seems to have been cast up by hand. We passed by Colonel Popham's (49), a noble seat, park, and river. Thence, to Newbury, a considerable town, and Donnington, famous for its battle, siege, and castle, this last had been in the possession of old Geoffrey Chaucer. Then to Aldermaston, a house of Sir Humphrey Forster's, built à la moderne. Also, that exceedingly beautiful seat of my Lord Pembroke (33), on the ascent of hill, flanked with wood, and regarding the river, and so, at night, to Cadenham, the mansion of Edward Hungerford, Esq, uncle to my wife (19), where we made some stay. The rest of the week we did nothing but feast and make good cheer, to welcome my wife (19).

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Speen, Newbury

Second Battle of Newbury

On 27 Oct 1644 Maurice Palatinate-Simmern 1621-1652 (23) fought for the defeated Royalist army at the Second Battle of Newbury at Speen, Newbury. Thomas Wentworth 1st Earl Cleveland 1591-1667 (53) was captured. Edward St John 1617-1644 (27) was killed.

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Benham Park, Speen, Newbury

In 1700 William Craven 3rd Baron Craven 1700-1739 was born to William Craven 2nd Baron Craven 1668-1711 (31) at Benham Park, Speen, Newbury.

Before 1791 Thomas Beach Painter 1738-1806. Portrait of William Craven 6th Baron Craven 1738-1791Holding the plans of Benham Park.

Before 1791 Thomas Beach Painter 1738-1806. Portrait of William Craven 6th Baron Craven 1738-1791Holding the plans of Benham Park.

Reading

Battle of Englefield

On 31 Dec 870 Aethelwulf Mercia Earldorman Berkshire 824-871 (45) defeated the Viking army at the Battle of Englefield at Englefield, Reading. The Viking Army retreated to Reading. Sidrac Viking was killed.

Battle of Reading

On 04 Jan 871 Aethelred King Wessex 847-871 (24) and Alfred the Great's (22) army attacked, but were repulsed by, the Viking army at Battle of Reading at Reading. Aethelwulf Mercia Earldorman Berkshire 824-871 (46) was killed.

On 07 Oct 1573 William Laud Archbishop of Canterbury 1573-1645 was born to William Laud and Lucy Webbe at Reading.

In 1631 Daniel Mijtens Painter 1590-1648 (41). Portrait of William Laud Archbishop of Canterbury 1573-1645 (57).

Around 1636 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (36). Portrait of William Laud Archbishop of Canterbury 1573-1645 (62). Wearing a black Chimere over his white Rochet.

In 1591 Thomas Turner Dean Canterbury 1591-1672 was born in Reading.

In 1656 Constantine Henry Phipps 1656-1723 was born to Francis Phipps at Reading.

Caversham, Reading

John Evelyn's Diary 1654 July. 22 Jul 1654. We departed and dined at a farm of my Uncle Hungerford's, called Darnford Magna, situated in a valley under the plain, most sweetly watered, abounding in trouts caught by spear in the night, when they come attracted by a light set in the stern of a boat.
After dinner, continuing our return, we passed over the goodly plain, or rather sea of carpet, which I think for evenness, extent, verdure, and innumerable flocks, to be one of the most delightful prospects in nature, and reminded me of the pleasant lives of shepherds we read of in romances.
Now we arrived at Stonehenge, indeed a stupendous. Monument, appearing at a distance like a castle; how so many and huge Pillars of stone should have been brought together, some erect, others transverse on the tops of them, in a circular area as rudely representing a cloister or heathen and more natural temple, is wonderful. The stone is so exceedingly hard, that all my strength with a hammer could not break a fragment; which hardness I impute to their so long exposure. To number them exactly is very difficult, they lie in such variety of postures and confusion, though they seemed not to exceed 100; we counted only 95. As to their being brought thither, there being no navigable river near, is by some admired; but for the stone, there seems to be the same kind about 20 miles distant, some of which appear above ground. About the same hills, are divers mounts raised, conceived to be ancient intrenchments, or places of burial, after bloody fights. We now went by Devizes, a reasonable large town, and came late to Cadenham.

John Evelyn's Diary 1654 July. 31 Jul 1654. Taking leave of Cadenham, where we had been long and nobly entertained, we went a compass into Leicestershire, where dwelt another relation of my wife's (19); for I indeed made these excursions to show her the most considerable parts of her native country, who, from her childhood, had lived altogether in France, as well as for my own curiosity and information.
About two miles before coming to Gloucester, we have a prospect from woody hills into a most goodly vale and country. Gloucester is a handsome city, considerable for the church and. Monuments. The minster is indeed a noble fabric. The whispering gallery is rare, being through a passage of twenty-five yards in a many-angled cloister, and was, I suppose, either to show the skill of the architect, or some invention of a cunning priest, who, standing unseen in a Recess in the middle of the chapel, might hear whatever was spoken at either end. This is above the choir, in which lies buried King Stephen under a. Monument of Irish oak, not ill carved considering the age. The new library is a noble though a private design. I was likewise pleased with the Severn gliding so sweetly by it. The Duke's house, the castle works, are now almost quite dismantled; nor yet without sad thoughts did I see the town, considering how fatal the siege had been a few years before to our good King.

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On 21 Feb 1722 William Anne Keppel 2nd Earl Albermarle 1702-1754 (19) and Anne Lennox Countess Albermarle 1703-1789 (18) were married at Caversham, Reading. Anne Lennox Countess Albermarle 1703-1789 (18) by marriage Countess Albermarle (1C 1697).

In 1745 Thomas Hudson Painter 1701-1779 (44). Portrait of William Anne Keppel 2nd Earl Albermarle 1702-1754 (42).

Around 1745 Thomas Hudson Painter 1701-1779 (44). Portrait of Anne Lennox Countess Albermarle 1703-1789 (41).

Around 1778 George Romney Painter 1734-1802 (43). Portrait of Anne Lennox Countess Albermarle 1703-1789 (74).

Caversham Castle, Caversham, Reading

On 13 Jul 1426 Anne Beauchamp 16th Countess Warwick 1426-1492 was born to Richard Beauchamp 13th Earl Warwick 1382-1439 (44) and Isabel Despencer Countess Warwick, Countess Worcester 1400-1439 (25) at Caversham Castle, Caversham, Reading.

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Reading Abbey, Reading

On 23 Apr 1151 Adeliza of Louvain Queen Consort England (48) died. She was buried at Reading Abbey, Reading.

In Apr 1156 William Plantagenet IX Count Poitiers 1153-1156 (2) died at Wallingford Castle. He was buried at Reading Abbey, Reading at the feet of his great-grandfather King Henry I "Beauclerc" England.

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On 22 Sep 1232 John Cornwall 1232-1232 died at Marlow. He was buried at Reading Abbey, Reading.

After 13 Mar 1271 Henry "Almain" Cornwall 1235-1271 was buried at Reading Abbey, Reading.

Double Royal Wedding

On 19 May 1359 John of Gaunt 1st Duke Lancaster 1340-1399 (19) and Blanche Plantagenet Duchess Lancaster 1345-1368 (14) were married (he was her half second-cousin once-removed) at Reading Abbey, Reading. Blanche Plantagenet Duchess Lancaster 1345-1368 (14) by marriage Countess Richmond (5C 1342). John of Gaunt 1st Duke Lancaster 1340-1399 (19) by marriage 5th Earl Lancaster, 2nd Earl Derby (2C 1337).

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On 24 Aug 1369 Edmund Mortimer 3rd Earl March, 5th Earl Ulster 1352-1381 (17) and Philippa Plantagenet Countess March, 5th Countess Ulster 1355-1382 (14) were married at Reading Abbey, Reading. Philippa Plantagenet Countess March, 5th Countess Ulster 1355-1382 (14) by marriage Countess March (1C 1328). Edmund Mortimer 3rd Earl March, 5th Earl Ulster 1352-1381 (17) by marriage 5th Earl Ulster.

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On 29 Nov 1416 Constance York Countess Gloucester 1374-1416 (42) died at Reading Abbey, Reading.

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On 11 Jun 1446 Henry Beauchamp 1st Duke Warwick 1425-1446 (21) died. His daughter Anne Beauchamp 15th Countess Warwick 1443-1448 (3) succeeded 15th Earl Warwick (1C 1088), 7th Baron Burghesh (2C 1330). She was buried at Reading Abbey, Reading.

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Reading School, Reading

Around 1585 William Laud Archbishop of Canterbury 1573-1645 (11) educated at Reading School, Reading.

In 1631 Daniel Mijtens Painter 1590-1648 (41). Portrait of William Laud Archbishop of Canterbury 1573-1645 (57).

Around 1636 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (36). Portrait of William Laud Archbishop of Canterbury 1573-1645 (62). Wearing a black Chimere over his white Rochet.

Woodcote, Reading

John Evelyn's Diary 1655 January. 1st January, 1655. Having with my family performed the public offices of the day, and begged a blessing on the year I was now entering, I went to keep the rest of Christmas at my brother's, R. Evelyn (32), at Woodcot.

John Evelyn's Diary 1688 February. 17 Feb 1688. I received the sad news of my niece Montague's death at Woodcot on the 15th.

The Oratory School, Woodcote, Reading

Around 1897 Bernard Fitzalan-Howard 3rd Baron Howard 1885-1972 (11) educated at The Oratory School, Woodcote, Reading.

Around 1923 Bernard Fitzalan 16th Duke Norfolk 1908-1975 (14) educated at The Oratory School, Woodcote, Reading.

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Sandhurst

Shrivenham

On 09 Feb 1867 William Keppel Barrington 6th Viscount Barrington 1793-1867 (73) died at Shrivenham. He was buried at St Andrew's Church, Shrivenham. His son George Barrington 7th Viscount Barrington 1824-1886 (42) succeeded 7th Viscount Barrington of Ardglass in County Down, 6th Viscount Barrington of Ardglass in County Down.

Slough

Sparsholt

Kingston Lisle, Sparsholt

In 1340 Elizabeth Lisle Baroness Aldeburgh Harewood 1340-1378 was born to John Lisle 2nd Baron Lisle 1318-1355 (22) and Maud Grey at Kingston Lisle, Sparsholt.

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Sunninghill

On 18 May 1795 Thomas Pelham-Clinton 3rd Duke Newcastle-under-Lyne 1752-1795 (42) died at Sunninghill. His son Henry Pelham-Clinton 4th Duke Newcastle-under-Lyne 1785-1851 (10) succeeded 4th Duke Newcastle-under-Lyne, 11th Earl Lincoln (8C 1572).

Swallowfield

On 03 May 1257 Katherine Plantagenet 1253-1257 (3) died at Swallowfield. She buried in the Ambulatory, Chancel, Westminster Abbey.

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In 1274 John Despencer 1235-1274 (39) died at Swallowfield.

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John Evelyn's Diary 1685 October. 22 Oct 1685. I accompanied my Lady Clarendon to her house at Swallowfield in Berks, dining by the way at Mr. Graham's (36) lodge at Bagshot; the house, new repair'd and capacious enough for a good family, stands in a Park. Hence we went to Swallowfield; this house is after the antient build ing of honourable gentlemen's houses, when they kept up antient hospitality, but the gardens and waters as elegant as 'tis possible to make a flat, by art and industrie, and no meane expence, my lady being so extraordinarily skill'd in ye flowery part, and my lord in diligence of planting; so that I have hardly seene a seate whrch shews more tokens of it than what is to be found here, not only in the delicious and rarest fruits of a garden, but in those innumerable timber trees in the ground about the seate, to the greatest ornament and benefit of the place. There is one orchard of 1000 golden, and other cider pippins; walks and groves of elms, limes, oaks, and other trees. The garden is so beset with all manner of sweete shrubbs, that it per fumes the aire. The distribution also of the quarters, walks, and parterres, is excellent. The nurseries, kitchin garden full of ye most desireable plants; two very noble Orangeries well furnished; but above all, the canall and fishponds, the one fed with a white, the other with a black running water, fed by a quick and swift river, so well and plen tifully stor'd with fish, that for pike, carp, breame and tench, I never saw any thing approching it. We had at every meale carp and pike of size fit for the table of a Prince, and what added to ye delight was to see the hundreds taken by the drag, out of which, the cooke standing by, we pointed out what we had most mind to, and had carp that would have ben worth at London twenty shillings a piece. The waters are flagg'd about with Calamus aromaticus, with wch my lady has hung a closet, that retains the smell very perfectly. There is also a certaine sweete willow and other exotics : also a very fine bowllng-greene, meadow, pasture, and wood; in a word, all that can render a country seate delightful. There is besides a well furnish'd library in ye house.

Swallowfield House

John Evelyn's Diary 1687 August. 15 Aug 1687. I went to visit Lord Clarendon at Swallowfield, where was my Lord Cornbury (25) just arrived from Denmark, whither he had accompanied the Prince of Denmark (34) two months before, and now come back. The miserable tyranny under which that nation lives, he related to us; the King keeps them under an army of 40,000 men, all Germans, he not daring to trust his own subjects. Notwithstanding this, the Danes are exceedingly proud, the country very poor and miserable.

Before 28 Oct 1708 John Closterman Painter 1660-1711. Portrait of Prince George of Denmark 1st Duke Cumberland 1653-1708.

Around 1705. Michael Dahl Painter 1659-1743 (46). Portrait of Prince George of Denmark 1st Duke Cumberland 1653-1708 (51). Walmer Castle.

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of the future Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (11).

Before 1691. John Riley Painter 1646-1691. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Around 1661 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694 (43). Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (30) in his coronation robes.

Before 11 Jul 1671 Adriaen Hanneman Painter 1603-1671. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Tilehurst

On 18 Aug 1627 William Lloyd Bishop 1617-1717 was born in Tilehurst.

Waltham St Lawrence

Billingbear House, Waltham St Lawrence

On 30 May 1615 Richard Neville 1615-1676 was born to Henry Neville 1588-1629 (27) and Elizabeth Smythe 1586-1669 (29) at Billingbear House, Waltham St Lawrence.

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of Richard Neville 1615-1676 (26).

In 1667 King Chales II (36), his brother James (33), Prince Rupert (47) and James Scott 1st Duke Monmouth 1st Duke Buccleuch 1649-1685 (17) dined with Richard Neville 1615-1676 (51) at Billingbear House, Waltham St Lawrence.

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of the future Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (11).

Before 1691. John Riley Painter 1646-1691. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Around 1661 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694 (43). Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (30) in his coronation robes.

Before 11 Jul 1671 Adriaen Hanneman Painter 1603-1671. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Before 1694 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694. Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 when Duke of York.

Around 1665 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (46). Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 (31) and Anne Hyde Queen Consort England 1637-1671 (27).

Before 04 Jan 1674 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680. Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 wearing his Garter Robes.

Around 1672 Henri Gascar 1635-1701 (37). Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 (38).

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of the Prince Rupert Palatinate-Simmern 1st Duke Cumberland 1619-1682 (22), Colonel John Russell 1620-1687 (22) and Colonel William Murray.

Before 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst Painter 1592-1656. Portrait of Prince Rupert Palatinate-Simmern 1st Duke Cumberland 1619-1682.

Around 1680 Simon Pietersz Verelst Painter 1644-1710. Portrait of Prince Rupert Palatinate-Simmern 1st Duke Cumberland 1619-1682 (60).

Around 1670. John Riley Painter 1646-1691 (24). Portrait of James Scott 1st Duke Monmouth 1st Duke Buccleuch 1649-1685 (20).

Wantage

Life of Alfred by Asser Part 1 849-887 Page 1. In the year of our Lord's incarnation 849 was born Alfred, king of the Anglo-Saxons, at the royal village of Wanating, in Berkshire, which country has its name from the wood of Berroc, where the box-tree grows most abundantly. His genealogy is traced in the following order. King Alfred was the son of king Ethelwulf, who was the son of Egbert, who was the son of Elmund, was the son of Eafa, who was the son of Eoppa, who the son of Ingild. Ingild, and Ina, the famous king of the West-Saxons, were two brothers. Ina went to Rome, and there ending this life honourably, entered the heavenly kingdom, to reign there for ever with Christ. IngildIna were the sons of Coenred, who was the son of Ceolwald, who was the son of Cudam, who was the son of Cuthwin, who was the son of Ceawlin, who was the son of Cynric, who was the son of Creoda, who was the son of Cerdic, who was the son of Elesa, who was the son of Gewis, from whom the Britons name all that nation Gegwis, (2) who was the son of Brond, who was the son of Beldeg, who was the son of Woden, who was the son of Frithowald, who was the son of Frealaf, who was the son of Frithuwulf, who was the son of Finn of Godwulf, who was the son of Gear, which Geat the pagans long worshipped as a god. Sedulius makes mention of him in his metrical Paschal poem, as follows:
When gentile poets with their fictions vain, In tragic language and bombastic strain, To their god Geat, comic deity, Loud praises sing, &c.
Geat was the son of Taetwa, who was the son of Beaw, who was the son of Sceldi, who was the son of Heremod, who was the son of Itermon, who was the son of Hathra, who was the son of Guala, who was the son of Bedwig, who was the son of Shem, who was the son of Noah, who was the son of Lamech, who was the son of Methusalem, who was the son of Enoch, who was the son of Malaleci, who was the son of Cainian, who was the son of Enos, who was the son of Seth, who was the son of Adam.
The mother of Alfred was named Osburga, a religious woman, noble both by birth and by nature; she was daughter of Oslac, the famous butler of king Ethtelwulf, which Oslac was a Goth by nation, descended from the Goths and Jutes, of the seed, namely, of Stuf and Whitgar, two brothers and counts; who, having received possession of the Isle of Wight from their uncle, King Cerdic, and his son Cynric their cousin, slew the few British inhabitants whom they could find in that island, at a place called Gwihtgaraburgh; for the other inhabitants of the island had either been slain, or escaped into exile.
Life of Alfred by Asser Part 1 849-887 Page 1.

In 849 Alfred "The Great" King England 849-899 was born to Aethelwulf King Wessex -858 and Osburgh Queen Consort Wessex at Wantage.

On 10 May 1692 Joseph Butler Bishop 1692-1792 was born in Wantage.

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Windsor

In 1120 Gerald Windsor 1120- was born at Windsor.

In 1251 Gwladus verch Llewelyn "Dark Eyed" Aberffraw 1194-1251 (56) died at Windsor.

On 19 Aug 1284 Alfonso Plantagenet 1273-1284 (10) died at Windsor. He was buried at Westminster Abbey.

Around 1747. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. View across the River Thames to Westminster Abbey and Westminster Hall.

1749. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. Westminster Abbey with a procession of Knights of the Bath. St Margaret's Church adjacent with the flag.

Around 1750. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. Westminster from near the Terrace of Somerset House In the distance the Banqueting House, Westminster Abbey and Westminster Bridge.

Around 1801. Benjamin West Painter 1738-1820 (62). Milkmaids in St James' Park with Westminster Abbey Beyond.

Epiphany Rising

On 17 Dec 1399 the conspirators met at Abbey House, Westminster Abbey including Thomas Blount 1352-1400 (47), Thomas Despencer 1st Earl Gloucester 1373-1400 (26), Thomas Holland 1st Duke Surrey 1374-1400 (25), John Holland 1st Duke Exeter 1352-1400 (47), Ralph Lumley 1st Baron Lumley 1360-1400 (39), John Montagu 3rd Earl Salisbury 1350-1400 (49), Edward York 1st Duke Albemarle aka Aumale, 2nd Duke York 1373-1415 (26), Bernard Brocas 1354-1400 (45). They plotted to capture Henry IV King England 1367-1413 (32) at a Tournament in Windsor on the Feast of Epiphany hence the Epiphany Rising.

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Death of Edward IV

On 25 Mar 1483 Edward IV King England 1442-1483 (40) returned to Westminster from Windsor. A few days later he became sufficiently unwell to add codicils to his will, and to have urged reconciliation between William Hastings 1st Baron Hastings 1431-1483 (52) and Thomas Grey 1st Marquess Dorset 1455-1501 (28); it isn't clear what the cause of the friction between the two men was although it appears well known that Hastings resented the Woodville family.

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On 20 Jun 1527 Thomas Wharton 1st Baron Wharton 1495-1568 (32) was knighted at Windsor.

In 1530 the Prior of Llanthony Priory, Llanthony, Vale Ewyas, Monmouthshire, South-East Wales sent cheese, carp and baked lamphreys to Henry VIII (38) at Windsor.

After 21 Apr 1509 Thomas Wriothesley Garter King of Arms -1534 made a drawing of the death of Henry VII (he wasn't present). The drawing shows those present and in some cases provides their arms by which they can be identified. From top left clockwise:

1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Portrait of Henry VIII King England and Ireland 1491-1547 (44).

1540 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (43). Miniature portrait of Henry VIII King England and Ireland 1491-1547 (48).

Around 1525 Unknown Artist. Netherlands. Portrait of Henry VIII King England and Ireland 1491-1547 (33).

On 09 Jul 1603 Amyas Bampfylde of Poltimore and North Molton 1560-1626 (77) was knighted at Windsor.

On 03 Apr 1630 Christopher Villiers 1st Earl Anglesey 1593-1630 (37) died at Windsor. He was buried at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. His son Charles Villiers 2nd Earl Anglesey -1661 succeeded 2nd Earl Anglesey (1C 1623), 2nd Baron Villiers Daventry.

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John Evelyn's Diary 1654 June. 08 Jun 1654. . my wife (19) and I set out in a coach and four horses, in our way to visit relations of hers in Wiltshire, and other parts, where we resolved to spend some months. We dined at Windsor, saw the Castle and Chapel of St. George, where they have laid our blessed Martyr, King Charles, in the vault just before the alter. The church and workmanship in stone is admirable. The Castle itself is large in circumference; but the rooms melancholy, and of ancient magnificence. The keep, or mount, hath, besides its incomparable prospect, a very profound well; and the terrace toward Eton, with the park, meandering Thames, and sweet meadows, yield one of the most delightful prospects. That night, we lay at Reading. Saw my Lord Craven's (46) house at Causam [Caversham], now in ruins, his goodly woods felling by the Rebels.

In 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (32) known as Charles I with M.De St Antoine.

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (36).

Around 1763. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. Northumberland House looking towards Strand. Note the Percy Lion; crest of the Duke Northumberland. And the statue of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 which remains in situ on the corner of what is now the south-east corner of Trafalgar Square.

Before 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst Painter 1592-1656. Portrait of William Craven 1st Earl Craven 1608-1697.

In 1664 William Heveningham 1604-1678 (60) was imprisoned at Windsor.

John Evelyn's Diary 1669 July. 15 Jul 1669. Having two days before had notice that the University intended me the honor of Doctorship, I was this morning attended by the beadles belonging to the Law, who conducted me to the Theater, where I found the Duke of Ormond (58) (now Chancellor of the University) with the Earl of Chesterfield (35) and Mr. Spencer (40) (brother to the late Earl of Sunderland). Thence, we marched to the Convocation House, a convocation having been called on purpose; here, being all of us robed in the porch, in scarlet with caps and hoods, we were led in by the Professor of Laws, and presented respectively by name, with a short eulogy, to the Vice-Chancellor, who sat in the chair, with all the Doctors and Heads of Houses and masters about the room, which was exceedingly full. Then, began the Public Orator his speech, directed chiefly to the Duke of Ormond, the Chancellor; but in which I had my compliment, in course. This ended, we were called up, and created Doctors according to the form, and seated by the Vice-Chancellor among the Doctors, on his right hand; then, the Vice-Chancellor made a short speech, and so, saluting our brother Doctors, the pageantry concluded, and the convocation was dissolved. So formal a creation of honorary Doctors had seldom been seen, that a convocation should be called on purpose, and speeches made by the Orator; but they could do no less, their Chancellor being to receive, or rather do them, this honor. I should have been made Doctor with the rest at the public Act, but their expectation of their Chancellor made them defer it. I was then led with my brother Doctors to an extraordinary entertainment at Doctor Mewes's, head of St John's College, and, after abundance of feasting and compliments, having visited the Vice-Chancellor and other Doctors, and given them thanks for the honor done me, I went toward home the 16th, and got as far as Windsor, and so to my house the next day.

In 1715 Godfrey Kneller Painter 1646-1723. Portrait of James Butler 1st Duke Ormonde 1610-1688.

Around 1647 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (28). Portrait of James Butler 1st Duke Ormonde 1610-1688 (36).

Around 1678 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (59). Portrait of James Butler 1st Duke Ormonde 1610-1688 (67) in his Garter Robes.

Before 10 Sep 1687 Willem Wissing Painter 1656-1687. Portrait of James Butler 1st Duke Ormonde 1610-1688.

Around 1510 Meynnart Wewyck Painter 1499-1525 (10). Portrait of Margaret Beaufort Countess Richmond 1443-1509 in the Masters Lodge, St John's College. Commissioned by John Fisher Bishop Rochester 1469-1535 (40). Note the Beaufort Arms on the wall beneath which is the Beafort Portcullis. Repeated in the window. She is wearing widow's clothes, or possibly that of a convent; Gabled Headress with Lappets. On 29 Mar 2019, St John's College, Cambridge, which she founded, announced the portrait was original work by Wewyck.

John Evelyn's Diary 1670 August. 20 Aug 1670. At Windsor I supped with the Duke of Monmouth (21); and, the next day, invited by Lord Arlington (52), dined with the same Duke and divers Lords. After dinner my Lord and I had a conference of more than an hour alone in his bedchamber, to engage me in the History. I showed him something that I had drawn up, to his great satisfaction, and he desired me to show it to the Treasurer (40).

Around 1670. John Riley Painter 1646-1691 (24). Portrait of James Scott 1st Duke Monmouth 1st Duke Buccleuch 1649-1685 (20).

Around 1676 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (57). Portrait of Henry Bennet 1st Earl Arlington 1618-1685 (58) wearing his Garter Robes.

Before 07 Dec 1680 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680. Portrait of Henry Bennet 1st Earl Arlington 1618-1685.

Around 1672 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (53). Portrait of Thomas Clifford 1st Baron Clifford Chudleigh 1630-1673 (41).

On 14 Jul 1674 Pelham Humfrey Composer 1647-1674 (27) died in Windsor.

John Evelyn's Diary 1674 July. 22 Jul 1674. I went to Windsor with my wife (39) and son (19) to see my daughter Mary (9), who was there with my Lady Tuke and to do my duty to his Majesty (44). Next day, to a great entertainment at Sir Robert Holmes's (52) at Cranbourne Lodge, in the Forest; there were his Majesty (44), the Queen (35), Duke (40), Duchess (15), and all the Court. I returned in the evening with Sir Joseph Williamson (40), now declared Secretary of State. He was son of a poor clergyman somewhere in Cumberland, brought up at Queen's College, Oxford, of which he came to be a fellow; then traveled with ... and returning when the King (44) was restored, was received as a clerk under Mr. Secretary Nicholas. Sir Henry Bennett (56) (now Lord Arlington) succeeding, Williamson is transferred to him, who loving his ease more than business (though sufficiently able had he applied himself to it) remitted all to his man Williamson; and, in a short time, let him so into the secret of affairs, that (as his Lordship himself told me) there was a kind of necessity to advance him; and so, by his subtlety, dexterity, and insinuation, he got now to be principal Secretary; absolutely Lord Arlington's creature, and ungrateful enough. It has been the fate of this obliging favorite to advance those who soon forgot their original. Sir Joseph was a musician, could play at Jeu de Goblets, exceedingly formal, a severe master to his servants, but so inward with my Lord O'Brien (32), that after a few months of that gentleman's death, he married his widow (34), who, being sister and heir of the Duke of Richmond, brought him a noble fortune. It was thought they lived not so kindly after marriage as they did before. She was much censured for marrying so meanly, being herself allied to the Royal family.

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of the future Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (11).

Before 1691. John Riley Painter 1646-1691. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Around 1661 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694 (43). Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (30) in his coronation robes.

Before 11 Jul 1671 Adriaen Hanneman Painter 1603-1671. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Before 1687 Pieter Borsseler Painter 1634-1687. Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705.

Around 1663 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (44). Portrait of Eleanor Needham Baroness Byron 1627-1664 (36) depicted as Saint Catherine of Alexandria in a guise probably intended to flatter Charles II's Queen, Catherine of Braganza (24). Accordingly she carries the martyr's palm branch and leans upon a wheel. The sitter looks to two Putti in the upper left, one of whom holds a wreath of bay leaves above her head. She is wearing a copper-red dress with a richly decorated blue mantle about her arms.

Around 1665 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (46). Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705 (26).

Around 1670 Jacob Huysmans Painter 1633-1696 (37). Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705 (31).

Before 1696 Jacob Huysmans Painter 1633-1696. Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705.

Before 1696 Jacob Huysmans Painter 1633-1696. Portrait of Catherine of Braganza Queen Consort England 1638-1705.

Before 1694 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694. Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 when Duke of York.

Around 1665 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (46). Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 (31) and Anne Hyde Queen Consort England 1637-1671 (27).

Before 04 Jan 1674 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680. Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 wearing his Garter Robes.

Around 1672 Henri Gascar 1635-1701 (37). Portrait of James II King England, Scotland and Ireland 1633-1701 (38).

In 1687 Studio of Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680. Portrait of Mary of Modena Queen Consort England, Scotland and Ireland 1658-1718 (28).

In 1698. Francois de Troy 1645-1730 (52). Portrait of Mary of Modena Queen Consort England, Scotland and Ireland 1658-1718 (39).

Around 1685 Willem Wissing Painter 1656-1687 (29). Portrait of Mary of Modena Queen Consort England, Scotland and Ireland 1658-1718 (26).

Around 1680 Simon Pietersz Verelst Painter 1644-1710. Portrait of Mary of Modena Queen Consort England, Scotland and Ireland 1658-1718 (21).

Around 1668 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (49). Portrait of Charles Stewart 6th Duke Lennox, 3rd Duke Richmond 1639-1672 (28).

John Evelyn's Diary 1678 June. 28th June, 1678. I went to Windsor with my Lord Chamberlain (60) (the castle now repairing with exceeding cost) to see the rare work of Verrio (42), an incomparable carving of Gibbons (30).

John Evelyn's Diary 1678 August. 24th August, 1678. I went to see my Lord of St. Alban's (73) house, at Byfleet, an old, large building. Thence, to the papermills, where I found them making a coarse white paper. They cull the rags which are linen for white paper, woolen for brown; then they stamp them in troughs to a pap, with pestles, or hammers, like the powder mills, then put it into a vessel of water, in which they dip a frame closely wired with wire as small as a hair and as close as a weaver's reed; on this they take up the pap, the superfluous water draining through the wire; this they dexterously turning, shake out like a pancake on a smooth board between two pieces of flannel, then press it between a great press, the flannel sucking out the moisture; then, taking it out, they ply and dry it on strings, as they dry linen in the laundry; then dip it in alum water, lastly, polish and make it up in quires. They put some gum in the water in which they macerate the rags. The mark we find on the sheets is formed in the wire.
25th August, 1678. After evening prayer, visited Mr. Sheldon (nephew to the late Archbishop of Canterbury), and his pretty melancholy garden; I took notice of the largest arbor thuyris I had ever seen. The place is finely watered, and there are many curiosities of India, shown in the house.
There was at Weybridge the Duchess of Norfolk (35), Lord Thomas Howard (a worthy and virtuous gentleman, with whom my son (23) was sometime bred in Arundel House), who was newly come from Rome, where he had been some time; also one of the Duke's daughters, by his first lady. My Lord (50) leading me about the house made no scruple of showing me all the hiding places for the Popish priests, and where they said mass, for he was no bigoted Papist. He told me he never trusted them with any secret, and used Protestants only in all businesses of importance.
I went this evening with my Lord Duke (50) to Windsor, where was a magnificent Court, it being the first time of his Majesty's (48) removing thither since it was repaired.

Around 1675 Mary Cradock Painter 1633-1699 (41). Portrait of Lady Norwich. Probably Jane Bickerton Duchess Norfolk 1643-1693 (32) who married the Duke around 1675 being his mistress prior to their marriage.

Before 1652 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694. Portrait of Anne Somerset Countess Norfolk 1631-1662.

Around 1672 Gilbert Soest Painter 1605-1681 (67). Portrait of Henry Howard 6th Duke Norfolk 1628-1684 (43).

Around 1669 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694 (51). Portrait of Henry Howard 6th Duke Norfolk 1628-1684 (40).

Before 1694 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694. Portrait of Henry Howard 6th Duke Norfolk 1628-1684.

John Evelyn's Diary 1679 July. 22d July, 1679. Dined at Clapham, at Sir D. Gauden's; went thence with him to Windsor, to assist him in a business with his Majesty (49). I lay that night at Eton College, the Provost's lodgings (Dr. Craddock), where I was courteously entertained.

Around 1754. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. View across the River Thames to Eton College with the new Eton College Chapel, Eton College visible in white stone and the original Tudor buildings in red brick.

John Evelyn's Diary 1679 July. 23d July, 1679. To Court: after dinner, I visited that excellent painter, Verrio (43), whose works in fresco in the King (49)'s palace, at Windsor, will celebrate his name as long as those walls last. He showed us his pretty garden, choice flowers, and curiosities, he himself being a skillful gardener.
I went to Clifden, that stupendous natural rock, wood, and prospect, of the Duke of Buckingham's (51), and buildings of extraordinary expense. The grots in the chalky rocks are pretty: it is a romantic object, and the place altogether answers the most poetical description that can be made of solitude, precipice, prospect, or whatever can contribute to a thing so very like their imaginations. The stand, somewhat like Frascati as to its front, and on the platform is a circular view to the utmost verge of the horizon, which, with the serpenting of the Thames, is admirable. The staircase is for its materials singular; the cloisters, descents, gardens, and avenue through the wood, august and stately; but the land all about wretchedly barren, and producing nothing but fern. Indeed, as I told his Majesty (49) that evening (asking me how I liked Clifden) without flattery, that it did not please me so well as Windsor for the prospect and park, which is without compare; there being but one only opening, and that narrow, which led one to any variety; whereas that of Windsor is everywhere great and unconfined.
Returning, I called at my cousin Evelyn's, who has a very pretty seat in the forest, two miles by hither Clifden, on a flat, with gardens exquisitely kept, though large, and the house a staunch good old building, and what was singular, some of the rooms floored dove tail-wise without a nail, exactly close. One of the closets is pargeted with plain deal, set in diamond, exceeding staunch and pretty.

Around 1675 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (56). Portrait of George Villiers 2nd Duke of Buckingham 1628-1687 (46) wearing his Garter Collar.

John Evelyn's Diary 1679 September. 13th September, 1679. To Windsor, to congratulate his Majesty (49) on his recovery; I kissed the Duke's (45) hand, now lately returned from Flanders to visit his brother the King (49), on which there were various bold and foolish discourses, the Duke of Monmouth (30) being sent away.

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John Evelyn's Diary 1680 July. 24th July, 1680. Went with my wife (45) and daughter to Windsor, to see that stately court, now near finished. There was erected in the court the King (50) on horseback, lately cast in copper, and set on a rich pedestal of white marble, the work of Mr. Gibbons (32), at the expense of Toby Rustate, a page of the back stairs, who by his wonderful frugality had arrived to a great estate in money, and did many works of charity, as well as this of gratitude to his master, which cost him £1,000. He is very simple, ignorant, but honest and loyal creature.
We all dined at the Countess of Sunderland's (34), afterward to see Signor Verrio's (44) garden, thence to Eton College, to salute the provost, and heard a Latin speech of one of the alumni (it being at the election) and were invited to supper; but took our leave, and got to London that night in good time.

Before 1666 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680. Portrait of Anne Digby Countess Sunderland 1646-1715. One of the Windsor Beauties.

John Evelyn's Diary 1680 September. 2d September, 1680. I had an opportunity, his Majesty (50) being still at Windsor, of seeing his private library at Whitehall, at my full ease. I went with expectation of finding some curiosities, but, though there were about 1,000 volumes, there were few of importance which I had not perused before. They consisted chiefly of such books as had from time to time been dedicated, or presented to him; a few histories, some Travels and French books, abundance of maps and sea charts, entertainments and pomps, buildings and pieces relating to the navy, some mathematical instruments; but what was most rare, were three or four Romish breviaries, with a great deal of miniature and monkish painting and gilding, one of which is most exquisitely done, both as to the figures, grotesques, and compartments, to the utmost of that curious art. There is another in which I find written by the hand of King Henry VII., his giving it to his dear daughter, Margaret, afterward Queen of Scots, in which he desires her to pray for his soul, subscribing his name at length. There is also the process of the philosophers' great elixir, represented in divers pieces of excellent miniature, but the discourse is in high Dutch, a MS. There is another MS. in quarto, of above 300 years old, in French, being an institution of physic, and in the botanical part the plants are curiously painted in miniature; also a folio MS. of good thickness, being the several exercises, as Themes, Orations, Translations, etc., of King Edward VI., all written and subscribed by his own hand, and with his name very legible, and divers of the Greek interleaved and corrected after the manner of schoolboys' exercises, and that exceedingly well and proper; with some epistles to his preceptor, which show that young prince to have been extraordinarily advanced in learning, and as Cardan, who had been in England affirmed, stupendously knowing for his age. There is likewise his journal, no less testifying his early ripeness and care about the affairs of state.
There are besides many pompous volumes, some embossed with gold, and intaglios on agates, medals, etc. I spent three or four entire days, locked up, and alone, among these books and curiosities. In the rest of the private lodgings contiguous to this, are divers of the best pictures of the great masters, Raphael, Titian, etc., and in my esteem, above all, the "Noli me tangere" of our blessed Savior to Mary Magdalen after his Resurrection, of Hans Holbein; than which I never saw so much reverence and kind of heavenly astonishment expressed in a picture.
There are also divers curious clocks, watches, and pendules of exquisite work, and other curiosities. An ancient woman who made these lodgings clean, and had all the keys, let me in at pleasure for a small reward, by means of a friend.

Around 1749. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. Whitehall and the Privy Garden from Richmond House.

Around 1526 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (29). Portrait of John More 1508-1547 (18).

1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Thomas More Chancellor Speaker 1478-1535 (48) wearing a Lancastrian Esses Collar with Beaufort Portcullis and Tudor Rose Pendant.

1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Known as "Lady with a Squirrel and a Starling". The subject is believed to be Anne Ashby -1539 wife of Francis Lovell -1552 (18). The starling is probably intended as a rhyming pun of East Harling, where the family had recently inherited the estate of East Harling Hall, East Harling. Squirrels nibbling on nuts feature on the heraldry of the Lovell family: the windows of the Church of St Peter and St Paul, East Harling include two of the family’s arms in stained glass, each showing six red squirrels. The commission may commemorate the birth of a son to the couple in the spring of 1526, but it also showed off their new status as wealthy landowners.

In 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Henry Guildford 1489-1532 (38) wearing the Garter and Inter-twined Knots Collar with St George Pendant. Standing three-quarter length, richly dressed in velvet, fur and cloth-of-gold. Holbein has meticulously shown the varied texture of his cloth-of-gold double which is woven into a pomegranate pattern with a variety of different weaves including loops of gold thread. Similarly, he has carefully articulated the band of black satin running down Guildford’s arm against the richer black of the velvet of his sleeve. A lavish use of both shell-gold paint and gold leaf (which has been used to emulate the highlights of the gold thread in the material) emphasises the luxuriousness of the sitter’s dress and his high status. In his right-hand he holds the Comptroller of the Household Staff of Office.

In 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Mary Wotton 1499-1535 (28) when she was thirty-two commissioned with that of her husband Henry Guildford 1489-1532 (38) possibly to celebrate their marriage. Hung with gold chains and embellished with pearls, Lady Guildford embodies worldly prosperity, and with her prayer book she is also the very image of propriety.

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Brian Tuke -1545.

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Drawing of Nicholas Carew KG 1496-1539 (31).

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Cecily More 1507-.

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of John More 1451-1530 (76).

Before 1532 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543. Portrait of William Warham Archbishop of Canterbury 1450-1532.

Around 1532 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (35). Drawing of (probably) Charles Wingfield 1513-1540 (19).

Around 1532 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (35). Drawing of Edward Stanley 3rd Earl Derby 1509-1572 (22).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Frances Vere 1517-1577 (16).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Henry Howard 1516-1547 (17).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Henry Howard 1516-1547 (17).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Thomas Elyot 1490-1546 (43).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Margaret Barrow 1500-1560 (33).

1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). The Ambassadors.

1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Portrait of Thomas Cranmer Archbishop of Canterbury 1489-1556 (43).

Around 1534 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (37). Drawing of Anne Boleyn Queen Consort England (33). The attribution is contentious.

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Portrait of William Roper 1496-1578 (39).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Drawing of John Poyntz 1484-1544 (51).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Drawing of Nicholas Poyntz 1510-1556 (25).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Drawing of Catherine Willoughby Duchess Suffolk 1519-1580 (15).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Portrait of Thomas Wriothesley 1st Earl of Southampton 1505-1550 (29).

1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Portrait of William Roper 1496-1578 (40).

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Thomas Wyatt 1503-1542 (33).

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Thomas Strange 1493-1545 (43).

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Thomas Vaux 2nd Baron Vaux Harrowden -1556.

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Elizabeth Cheney Baroness Vaux Harrowden 1505-1556 (31)

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Margaret More 1505-1544 (31) known by her married name of "Margaret Roper".

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Richard Southwell 1503-1564 (33).

1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (40). Portrait of Jane Seymour Queen Consort England 1509-1537 (28).

1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (40). Portrait of Mary Brandon Baroness Monteagle 1510-1542 (27).

Before 1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543. Portrait of Thomas Boleyn 1st Earl Wiltshire, 1st Earl Ormonde 1477-1539.

Around 1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (40). Drawing of Elizabeth Jenks Baroness Rich Leez 1510-1558 (27).

1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Portrait of Christina Oldenburg Duchess Lorraine 1521-1590 (16).

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of Mary Zouche 1512-.

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of Mary Shelton 1510-1571.

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of the wife of Robert Radclyffe 1st Earl of Sussex 1483-1542 (55). He had three wives. The sitter is believed to his third wife.

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of George Brooke 9th Baron Cobham 1497-1558 (41).

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of Edward Clinton 1st Earl Lincoln 1512-1585 (26).

After 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543. Drawing of Elizabeth Grey Baroness Audley Waldon -1564 based on she having become Lady Audley on 29 Nov 1538. Coloured chalks, silverpoint, pen and ink on pink-primed paper, 29.2 × 20.7 cm, Royal Collection, Windsor Castle. The drawing is inscribed, by a later hand than Holbein's, "The Lady Audley".

Around 1539 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (42). Drawing of William Parr 1st Marquess Northampton 1512-1571 (27).

Around 1539 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (42). Portrait of Anne of Cleves Queen Consort England 1515-1557 (23).

Around 1539 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (42). Portrait believed to be of Elizabeth Seymour Baroness Cromwell Oakham 1518-1556 (21).

Around 1540 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (43). Portrait of Edward VI King England and Ireland 1537-1553 (2)

1541 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (44). Miniature portrait of Henry Brandon 2nd Duke Suffolk 1535-1551 (5).

1541 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (44). Miniature portrait of Charles Brandon 3rd Duke Suffolk 1537-1551 (4).

Around 1542 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (45). Drawing of William Sharington 1495-1553 (47).

John Evelyn's Diary 1683 June. 16 Jun 1683. I went to Windsor, dining by the way at Chiswick, at Sir Stephen Fox's (56), where I found Sir Robert Howard (that universal pretender), and Signor Verrio (47), who brought his draught and designs for the painting of the staircase of Sir Stephen's (56) new house.
That which was new at Windsor since I was last there, and was surprising to me, was the incomparable fresco painting in St. George's Hall, representing the legend of St. George, and triumph of the Black Prince, and his reception by Edward III.; the volto, or roof, not totally finished; then the Resurrection in the Chapel, where the figure of the Ascension is, in my opinion, comparable to any paintings of the most famous Roman masters; the Last Supper, also over the altar. I liked the contrivance of the unseen organ behind the altar, nor less the stupendous and beyond all description the incomparable carving of our Gibbons (35), who is, without controversy, the greatest master both for invention and rareness of work, that the world ever had in any age; nor doubt I at all that he will prove as great a master in the statuary art.
Verrio's invention is admirable, his ordnance full and flowing, antique and heroical; his figures move; and, if the walls hold (which is the only doubt by reason of the salts which in time and in this moist climate prejudice), the work will preserve his name to ages.
There was now the terrace brought almost round the old castle; the grass made clean, even, and curiously turfed; the avenues to the new park, and other walks, planted with elms and limes, and a pretty canal, and receptacle for fowl; nor less observable and famous is the throwing so huge a quantity of excellent water to the enormous height of the castle, for the use of the whole house, by an extraordinary invention of Sir Samuel Morland (58).

Before 1725. John James Baker Painter -1725. Portrait of Stephen Fox Paymaster 1627-1716.

Around 1683 Antonio Verrio Painter 1636-1707 (47). St George's Hall, Windsor Castle.

Around 1683 Antonio Verrio Painter 1636-1707 (47). Chapel Royal, Windsor Castle.

1645 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680 (26). Portrait of Samuel Morland Polymath 1st Baronet 1625-1695 (20).

Glorious Revolution

John Evelyn's Diary 1688 December. 13 Dec 1688. The King (55) flies to sea, puts in at Faversham for ballast; is rudely treated by the people; comes back to Whitehall.
The Prince of Orange (38) is advanced to Windsor, is invited by the King (55) to St. James's, the messenger sent was the Earl of Faversham (47), the General of the Forces, who going without trumpet, or passport, is detained prisoner by the Prince (38), who accepts the invitation, but requires his Majesty (38) to retire to some distant place, that his own guards may be quartered about the palace and city. This is taken heinously and the King (38) goes privately to Rochester; is persuaded to come back; comes on the Sunday; goes to mass, and dines in public, a Jesuit saying grace (I was present)..

Around 1680 Willem Wissing Painter 1656-1687 (24). Portrait of William III King England, Scotland and Ireland 1650-1702 (29) wearing his Garter Collar.

In 1746 John Rocque Mapmaker 1704-1762 (42). Map of London Part 2B.
1 Devonshire House
2 Burlington House
3 Clarendon House
4 St James's Palace

Devonshire House

Burlington House

Clarendon House

St James's Palace

John Evelyn's Diary 1701. 08 Jul 1701. My grandson (19) went to Sir Simon Harcourt (39), the Solicitor General, to Windsor, to wait on my Lord Treasurer. There had been for some time a proposal of marrying my grandson (19) to a daughter (26) of Mrs. Boscawen, sister of my Lord Treasurer (56), which was now far advanced.

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John Evelyn's Diary 1704. Jan 1704. The King of Spain landing at Portsmouth, came to Windsor, where he was magnificently entertained by the Queen (38), and behaved himself so nobly, that everybody was taken with his graceful deportment. After two days, having presented the great ladies, and others, with valuable jewels, he went back to Portsmouth, and immediately embarked for Spain.

1765. Anton Raphael Mengs Painter 1728-1779 (36). Portrait of Charles III King Spain 1716-1788 (48).

In 1703 John Closterman Painter 1660-1711 (43). Portrait of Queen Anne of England, Scotland and Ireland 1665-1714 (37).

Before 24 May 1711 John Closterman Painter 1660-1711. Possibly school of. Portrait of Queen Anne of England, Scotland and Ireland 1665-1714.

In 1686 Willem Wissing Painter 1656-1687 (30). Portrait of Queen Anne of England, Scotland and Ireland 1665-1714 (20).

Around 1705. Michael Dahl Painter 1659-1743 (46). Portrait of Queen Anne of England, Scotland and Ireland 1665-1714 (39).

On 19 Dec 1712 John Berkeley 4th Viscount Fitzhardinge 1650-1712 (62) died at Windsor. He was buried in Westminster Abbey.

On 29 Jan 1733 Henry Godolphin 1648-1733 (84) died at Windsor. He was buried at Eton College Chapel, Eton College.

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On 02 Sep 1880 Hugh Richard Lawrie Sheppard Priest 1880-1937 was born in Windsor.

Eton, Windsor

On 06 Nov 1386 Hugh Hastings 7th Baron Hastings 1350-1386 (36) died at Eton, Windsor. His son Edward Hastings 8th Baron Hastings 1382-1437 (4) succeeded 8th Baron Hastings (1C 1295). Muriel Dinham Baroness Hastings 1382-1412 (4) by marriage Baroness Hastings (1C 1295).

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On 29 Jun 1794 George Waldegrave 1784-1794 (9) drowned whilst swimming in the River Thames near Eton, Windsor. His brother John James Waldegrave 6th Earl Waldegrave 1785-1835 (8) succeeded 6th Earl Waldegrave (1C 1729).

Eton College

Around 1603 Robert Devereux 3rd Earl Essex 1591-1646 (11) educated at Eton College.

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In 1613 James Wriothesley 1605-1624 (7) took custody of at Eton College.

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In 1613 Charles Berkeley 2nd Viscount Fitzhardinge 1599-1668 (13) educated at Eton College.

Around 1617 Bulstrode Whitelocke 1605-1675 (11) educated at Eton College.

In 1634. Unknown Artist. Portrait of Bulstrode Whitelocke 1605-1675 (28).

In 1650. Unknown Artist. Portrait of Bulstrode Whitelocke 1605-1675 (44).

In 1623 William Willoughby 6th Baron Willoughby Parham 1616-1673 (7) educated at Eton College.

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John Evelyn's Diary 1620-1636 Birth and Childhood. 21st October, 1632. My eldest sister (18) was married to Edward Darcy, Esq, who little deserved so excellent a person, a woman of so rare virtue. I was not present at the nuptials; but I was soon afterward sent for into Surrey, and my father (45) would willingly have weaned me from my fondness of my too indulgent grandmother, intending to have placed me at Eton College; but, not being so provident for my own benefit, and unreasonably terrified with the report of the severe discipline there, I was sent back to Lewes; which perverseness of mine I have since a thousand times deplored. This was the first time that ever my parents had seen all their children together in prosperity. While I was now trifling at home, I saw London, where I lay one night only. The next day, I dined at Beddington, where I was much delighted with the gardens and curiosities. Thence, we returned to the Lady Darcy's (18), at Sutton; thence to Wotton; and, on the 16th of August following, 1633, back to Lewes.

Around 1644 Roger Palmer 1st Earl Castlemaine 1634-1705 (10) educated at Eton College.

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On 08 Oct 1665 Henry Godolphin 1648-1733 (17) educated at Eton College.

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John Evelyn's Diary 1679 July. 22d July, 1679. Dined at Clapham, at Sir D. Gauden's; went thence with him to Windsor, to assist him in a business with his Majesty (49). I lay that night at Eton College, the Provost's lodgings (Dr. Craddock), where I was courteously entertained.

Around 1642. William Dobson Painter 1611-1646 (30). Portrait of the future Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (11).

Before 1691. John Riley Painter 1646-1691. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

Around 1661 John Michael Wright Painter 1617-1694 (43). Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685 (30) in his coronation robes.

Before 11 Jul 1671 Adriaen Hanneman Painter 1603-1671. Portrait of Charles II King England Scotland and Ireland 1630-1685.

John Evelyn's Diary 1679 September. 19th September, 1679. My Lord Sunderland (38), one of the principal Secretaries of State, invited me to dinner, where was the King's (49) natural son, the Earl of Plymouth (22), the Earl of Shrewsbury, Earl of Essex (48), Earl of Mulgrave (31), Mr. Hyde, and Mr. Godolphin (34). After dinner I went to prayers at Eton College, and visited Mr. Henry Godolphin (31), fellow there, and Dr. Craddock.

Around 1704 Johnathan "The Elder" Richardson Painter 1667-1745 (36). Portrait of John Sheffield 1st Duke of Buckingham and Normandby 1648-1721 (55).

Around 1680 Francis Godolphin 2nd Earl Godolphin 1678-1766 (1) educated at Eton College.

Around 1725 Johnathan "The Elder" Richardson Painter 1667-1745 (57). Portrait of Francis Godolphin 2nd Earl Godolphin 1678-1766 (46).

John Evelyn's Diary 1680 July. 24th July, 1680. Went with my wife (45) and daughter to Windsor, to see that stately court, now near finished. There was erected in the court the King (50) on horseback, lately cast in copper, and set on a rich pedestal of white marble, the work of Mr. Gibbons (32), at the expense of Toby Rustate, a page of the back stairs, who by his wonderful frugality had arrived to a great estate in money, and did many works of charity, as well as this of gratitude to his master, which cost him £1,000. He is very simple, ignorant, but honest and loyal creature.
We all dined at the Countess of Sunderland's (34), afterward to see Signor Verrio's (44) garden, thence to Eton College, to salute the provost, and heard a Latin speech of one of the alumni (it being at the election) and were invited to supper; but took our leave, and got to London that night in good time.

Before 1666 Peter Lely Painter 1618-1680. Portrait of Anne Digby Countess Sunderland 1646-1715. One of the Windsor Beauties.

John Evelyn's Diary 1692 June. 09 Jun 1692. I went to Windsor to carry my grandson (10) to Eton School, where I met my Lady Stonehouse and other of my daughter-in-law's relations, who came on purpose to see her before her journey into Ireland. We went to see the castle, which we found furnished and very neatly kept, as formerly, only that the arms in the guard chamber and keep were removed and carried away. An exceeding great storm of wind and rain, in some places stripping the trees of their fruit and leaves as if it had been winter; and an extraordinary wet season, with great floods.

John Evelyn's Diary 1692 July. 23 Jul 1692. I went with my wife (57), son (37), and daughter (23), to Eton, to see my grandson (10), and thence to my Lord Godolphin's (47), at Cranburn, where we lay, and were most honorably entertained. The next day to St. George's Chapel, and returned to London late in the evening.

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Around 1695 Charles Talbot 1st Baron Talbot 1685-1737 (10) educated at Eton College.

Around 1735 John Vanderbank Painter 1694-1739 (40). Portrait of Charles Talbot 1st Baron Talbot 1685-1737 (50).

John Evelyn's Diary 1696 April. 23 Apr 1696. I went to Eton, and dined with Dr. Godolphin, the provost. The schoolmaster assured me there had not been for twenty years a more pregnant youth in that place than my grandson (14). I went to see the King's House at Kensington. It is very noble, though not great. The gallery furnished with the best pictures [from] all the houses, of Titian, Raphael, Correggio, Holbein, Julio Romano, Bassan, Vandyke, Tintoretto, and others; a great collection of porcelain; and a pretty private library. The gardens about it very delicious.

Around 1526 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (29). Portrait of John More 1508-1547 (18).

1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Thomas More Chancellor Speaker 1478-1535 (48) wearing a Lancastrian Esses Collar with Beaufort Portcullis and Tudor Rose Pendant.

1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Known as "Lady with a Squirrel and a Starling". The subject is believed to be Anne Ashby -1539 wife of Francis Lovell -1552 (18). The starling is probably intended as a rhyming pun of East Harling, where the family had recently inherited the estate of East Harling Hall, East Harling. Squirrels nibbling on nuts feature on the heraldry of the Lovell family: the windows of the Church of St Peter and St Paul, East Harling include two of the family’s arms in stained glass, each showing six red squirrels. The commission may commemorate the birth of a son to the couple in the spring of 1526, but it also showed off their new status as wealthy landowners.

In 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Henry Guildford 1489-1532 (38) wearing the Garter and Inter-twined Knots Collar with St George Pendant. Standing three-quarter length, richly dressed in velvet, fur and cloth-of-gold. Holbein has meticulously shown the varied texture of his cloth-of-gold double which is woven into a pomegranate pattern with a variety of different weaves including loops of gold thread. Similarly, he has carefully articulated the band of black satin running down Guildford’s arm against the richer black of the velvet of his sleeve. A lavish use of both shell-gold paint and gold leaf (which has been used to emulate the highlights of the gold thread in the material) emphasises the luxuriousness of the sitter’s dress and his high status. In his right-hand he holds the Comptroller of the Household Staff of Office.

In 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Mary Wotton 1499-1535 (28) when she was thirty-two commissioned with that of her husband Henry Guildford 1489-1532 (38) possibly to celebrate their marriage. Hung with gold chains and embellished with pearls, Lady Guildford embodies worldly prosperity, and with her prayer book she is also the very image of propriety.

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Brian Tuke -1545.

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Drawing of Nicholas Carew KG 1496-1539 (31).

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of Cecily More 1507-.

Around 1527 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (30). Portrait of John More 1451-1530 (76).

Before 1532 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543. Portrait of William Warham Archbishop of Canterbury 1450-1532.

Around 1532 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (35). Drawing of (probably) Charles Wingfield 1513-1540 (19).

Around 1532 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (35). Drawing of Edward Stanley 3rd Earl Derby 1509-1572 (22).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Frances Vere 1517-1577 (16).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Henry Howard 1516-1547 (17).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Henry Howard 1516-1547 (17).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Thomas Elyot 1490-1546 (43).

Around 1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Drawing of Margaret Barrow 1500-1560 (33).

1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). The Ambassadors.

1533 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (36). Portrait of Thomas Cranmer Archbishop of Canterbury 1489-1556 (43).

Around 1534 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (37). Drawing of Anne Boleyn Queen Consort England (33). The attribution is contentious.

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Portrait of William Roper 1496-1578 (39).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Drawing of John Poyntz 1484-1544 (51).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Drawing of Nicholas Poyntz 1510-1556 (25).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Drawing of Catherine Willoughby Duchess Suffolk 1519-1580 (15).

Around 1535 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (38). Portrait of Thomas Wriothesley 1st Earl of Southampton 1505-1550 (29).

1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Portrait of Henry VIII King England and Ireland 1491-1547 (44).

1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Portrait of William Roper 1496-1578 (40).

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Thomas Wyatt 1503-1542 (33).

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Thomas Strange 1493-1545 (43).

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Thomas Vaux 2nd Baron Vaux Harrowden -1556.

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Elizabeth Cheney Baroness Vaux Harrowden 1505-1556 (31)

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Margaret More 1505-1544 (31) known by her married name of "Margaret Roper".

Around 1536 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (39). Drawing of Richard Southwell 1503-1564 (33).

1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (40). Portrait of Jane Seymour Queen Consort England 1509-1537 (28).

1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (40). Portrait of Mary Brandon Baroness Monteagle 1510-1542 (27).

Before 1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543. Portrait of Thomas Boleyn 1st Earl Wiltshire, 1st Earl Ormonde 1477-1539.

Around 1537 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (40). Drawing of Elizabeth Jenks Baroness Rich Leez 1510-1558 (27).

1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Portrait of Christina Oldenburg Duchess Lorraine 1521-1590 (16).

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of Mary Zouche 1512-.

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of Mary Shelton 1510-1571.

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of the wife of Robert Radclyffe 1st Earl of Sussex 1483-1542 (55). He had three wives. The sitter is believed to his third wife.

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of George Brooke 9th Baron Cobham 1497-1558 (41).

Around 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (41). Drawing of Edward Clinton 1st Earl Lincoln 1512-1585 (26).

After 1538 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543. Drawing of Elizabeth Grey Baroness Audley Waldon -1564 based on she having become Lady Audley on 29 Nov 1538. Coloured chalks, silverpoint, pen and ink on pink-primed paper, 29.2 × 20.7 cm, Royal Collection, Windsor Castle. The drawing is inscribed, by a later hand than Holbein's, "The Lady Audley".

Around 1539 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (42). Drawing of William Parr 1st Marquess Northampton 1512-1571 (27).

Around 1539 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (42). Portrait of Anne of Cleves Queen Consort England 1515-1557 (23).

Around 1539 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (42). Portrait believed to be of Elizabeth Seymour Baroness Cromwell Oakham 1518-1556 (21).

Around 1540 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (43). Portrait of Edward VI King England and Ireland 1537-1553 (2)

1540 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (43). Miniature portrait of Henry VIII King England and Ireland 1491-1547 (48).

1541 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (44). Miniature portrait of Henry Brandon 2nd Duke Suffolk 1535-1551 (5).

1541 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (44). Miniature portrait of Charles Brandon 3rd Duke Suffolk 1537-1551 (4).

Around 1542 Hans Holbein The Younger Painter 1497-1543 (45). Drawing of William Sharington 1495-1553 (47).

Around 1621 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (21). Portrait of Thomas Howard 21st Earl Arundel.

Around 1624 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (24). Portrait of Sofonisba Anguissola 1532-1625 (92) aged ninety-two.

Around 1628 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (28). Portrait of Anne Wake.

Around 1628 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (28). Portrait of Katherine Manners Duchess Buckingham 1602-1649 (25).

Around 1632 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (32). Portrait of Thomas Wharton 1615-1684 (16).

Around 1632 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (32). Portrait of James I King England and Ireland VI King Scotland 1566-1625.

Around 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Robert Rich 2nd Earl Warwick 1587-1658 (45).

Around 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Lucy Percy Countess Carlisle 1600-1660 (33).

Around 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Dorothy North Baroness Dacre Gilsland 1605-1698 (28).

Around 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of James Stewart 4th Duke Lennox.

Around 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Venetia Stanley 1600-1633 (33).

In 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (32) known as Charles I with M.De St Antoine.

In 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of Thomas Wentworth 1st Earl Strafford 1593-1641 (39).

Around 1633 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (33). Portrait of William Feilding 1st Earl Denbigh 1587-1643 (46).

Around 1634 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (34). Portrait of Algernon Percy 10th Earl of Northumberland 1602-1668 (31) and Anne Cecil -1637.

Around 1634 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (34). Portrait of James Stewart 4th Duke Lennox wearing his Leg Garter and Garter Collar.

Around 1634 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (34). Portrait of Frederick Henry Orange-Nassau II Prince Orange 1584-1647 (49).

Around 1634 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (34). Portrait of Philip Herbert 4th Earl Pembroke, 1st Earl Montgomery 1584-1650 (49).

Around 1635 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (35). Portrait of Thomas Killigrew 1612-1683 (22).

Around 1635 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (35). Portrait of Henry "Wizard Earl" Percy 9th Earl of Northumberland 1564-1632.

Around 1635 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (35). Portrait of Anne Carr Countess Bedford 1615-1684 (19).

Around 1635 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (35). Portrait of Olivia Boteler -1663.

Around 1635 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (35). Portrait of James Stanley 7th Earl Derby 1607-1651 (27) and Charlotte Thouars Countess Derby 1599-1664 (35) and their daughter.

In 1635 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (35). Portrait of Christian Bruce Countess Devonshire -1675.

Around 1640 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (40). Portrait of Elizabeth Villiers Countess Morton 1609-1654 (30).

Around 1636 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (36). Portrait of James Stewart 4th Duke Lennox.

Around 1636 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (36). Portrait of William Laud Archbishop of Canterbury 1573-1645 (62). Wearing a black Chimere over his white Rochet.

Around 1636 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (36). Portrait of Mary Villiers Duchess Lennox.

Around 1636 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (36). Portrait of Thomas Wentworth 1st Earl Strafford 1593-1641 (42).

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Thomas Howard 21st Earl Arundel and Alethea Talbot Countess Arundel.

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Mary Ruthven Countess Atholl.

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Mary Villiers Duchess Lennox.

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Mary Villiers Duchess Lennox.

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of George Digby 2nd Earl Bristol 1612-1677 (24) and William Russell 1st Duke Bedford 1616-1700 (20).

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Charles I King England, Scotland and Ireland 1600-1649 (36).

Around 1637 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (37). Portrait of Mountjoy Blount 1st Earl Newport 1597-1666 (40).

In 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Elizabeth Brydges Countess Castlehaven 1619-1678 (19).

In 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Diana Cecil Countess Oxford.

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Catherine Howard Countess Newburgh -1650.

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of George Digby 2nd Earl Bristol 1612-1677 (25).

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Catherine Hastings Countess Chesterfield -1636 and Lucy Davis Countess Huntingdon 1613-1679 (25).

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Thomas Hanmer 2nd Baronet Hamner 1612-1678 (26).

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Mary Hill 1615-1690 (23).

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of William Russell 1st Duke Bedford 1616-1700 (21).

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of William Killigrew 1606-1695 (32).

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Anne Boteler 1st Countess Newport.

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Isabella Edmondes 4th Baroness De La Warr 1607-1677 (31).

Around 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of James Hay 2nd Earl Carlisle 1612-1660 (26).

In 1638 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (38). Portrait of Thomas Killigrew 1612-1683 (25) and (probably) William Crofts 1st Baron Crofts 1611-1677 (27).

Around 1639 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (39). Portrait of Henry Danvers 1st Earl Danby 1573-1644 (65) in his Garter Robes.

Around 1639 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (39). Portrait of Thomas Wharton 1588-1622.

Around 1640 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (40). Portrait of Mountjoy Blount 1st Earl Newport 1597-1666 (43).

Around 1640 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (40). Portrait of Kenelm Digby 1603-1665 (37).

Around 1640 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (40). Portrait of Charles Seton 2nd Earl Dunfermline 1615-1672 (24).

Around 1640 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (40). Portrait of sisters Essex Cheeke Countess Manchester -1658 and Anne Cheeke Countess Warwick.

Around 1640 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641 (40). Portrait of Alice Bankes.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of John Mennes Comptroller 1599-1671.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Dorothy Sidney Countess Sunderland 1617-1683.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Henry Percy 8th Earl of Northumberland 1532-1585.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Anne Sophia Herbert Countess Carnarvon -1643.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Algernon Percy 10th Earl of Northumberland 1602-1668.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Frances Cranfield 5th Countess Dorset 1622-1687.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Elizabeth Clifford Countess Burlington 1613-1691.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Dorothy Devereux Countess Northumberland 1564-1619.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Henry Percy 1st Baron Percy Alnwick 1604-1659 and the dwarf Jeffrey Hudson.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Henrietta Maria Bourbon Queen Consort England 1609-1669 and the dwarf Jeffrey Hudson.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Henrietta Maria Bourbon Queen Consort England 1609-1669 and her son Charles James Stewart 1629-1629.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Henrietta Maria Bourbon Queen Consort England 1609-1669.

Before 09 Dec 1641 Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Frances Devereux Duchess Somerset.

Before 1684. Circle of Anthony Van Dyck Painter 1599-1641. Portrait of Peter Gunning Bishop 1614-1684.

In 1699 Thomas Wyndham 1686-1752 (13) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1702 Benjamin Bathurst 1692-1767 (10) educated at Eton College.

Around 1705 Robert Grosvenor 6th Baronet Grosvenor 1695-1755 (9) educated at Eton College.

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In 1706 Charles Beauclerk 2nd Duke St Albans 1696-1751 (9) educated at Eton College.

Around 1706 Francis Willoughby 2nd Baron Middleton 1692-1758 (13) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1707 Francis Scott 2nd Duke Buccleuch 1695-1751 (11) educated at Eton College.

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On 28 Jan 1712 Thomas Coventry 3rd Earl Coventry 1702-1712 (9) died at Eton College. His brother Gilbert Coventry 4th Earl Coventry 1702-1719 (10) succeeded 4th Earl Coventry, 7th Baron Coventry.

Around 1714. Michael Dahl Painter 1659-1743 (55). Portrait of Gilbert Coventry 4th Earl Coventry 1702-1719 (11).

Around 1714 Stephen Fox-Strangeways 1st Earl Ilchester 1704-1776 (9) educated at Eton College.

Around 1716 Henry Archer 1700-1768 (16) educated at Eton College.

In 1718 Francis Godolphin 2nd Baron Goldolphin 1706-1785 (11) educated at Eton College.

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In 1719 John Egerton 1704-1719 (15) died at Eton College.

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In 1725 William Talbot 1st Earl Talbot 1710-1782 (14) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1726 William Howard 1714- (11) educated at Eton College.

In 1745 Thomas Hudson Painter 1701-1779 (44). Portrait of William Howard 1714- (30).

Around 1728 James Waldegrave 2nd Earl Waldegrave 1715-1763 (12) educated at Eton College.

Around 1741 Other Lewis Windsor 4th Earl Plymouth 1731-1771 (9) educated at Eton College.

Around 1742 Archibald Hamilton 9th Duke Hamilton, 6th Duke Brandon 1740-1819 (1) educated at Eton College.

Around 1750 Thomas Orde-Powlett 1st Baron Bolton 1740-1807 (9) educated at Eton College.

In 1753 George Greville 2nd Earl Warwick, 2nd Earl Brooke Warwick Castle 1746-1816 (6) educated at Eton College.

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On 04 Mar 1753 Cecil Parker Perceval 1739-1753 (13) died at Eton College.

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Around 1754. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. View across the River Thames to Eton College with the new Eton College Chapel, Eton College visible in white stone and the original Tudor buildings in red brick.

Around 1754. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. View across the River Thames to Eton College with the new Eton College Chapel, Eton College visible in white stone and the original Tudor buildings in red brick.

Around 1754 Edward Smith-Stanley 12th Earl Derby 1752-1834 (1) educated at Eton College.

1776 Angelica Kauffmann Painter 1741-1807 (34). Portrait of Edward Smith-Stanley 12th Earl Derby 1752-1834 (23), Elizabeth Hamilton Countess Derby 1753-1797 (22) and their son Edward Smith-Stanley 13th Earl Derby 1775-1851.

In 1755 James Dutton 1st Baron Sherborne 1744-1820 (10) educated at Eton College.

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In 1755 Lucius Knightley 1742-1791 (12) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1758 Robert Bertie 4th Duke Ancaster and Kesteven 1756-1779 (1) educated at Eton College.

Around 1758 Henry Scott 3rd Duke Buccleuch 1746-1812 (11) educated at Eton College.

Before 02 Aug 1788 Thomas Gainsborough Painter 1727-1788. Portrait of Henry Scott 3rd Duke Buccleuch 1746-1812.

In 1761 Thomas Frankland 6th Baronet Thirkleby 1750-1831 (10) took custody of at Eton College.

In 1763 James Hamilton 7th Duke Hamilton, 4th Duke Brandon 1755-1769 (7) educated at Eton College.

Around 1763 Douglas Hamilton 8th Duke Hamilton, 5th Duke Brandon 1756-1799 (6) educated at Eton College.

Around 1764 Charles Manners 4th Duke Rutland 1754-1787 (9) educated at Eton College.

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In 1764 George Lumley-Sanderson 5th Earl Scarborough 1753-1807 (10) educated at Eton College.

Around 1764 Algernon Percy 1st Earl Beverley 1750-1830 (13) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1765 George Legge 3rd Earl Dartmouth 1755-1810 (9) educated at Eton College.

In 1778 Pompeo Batoni Painter 1708-1787 (69). Portrait of George Legge 3rd Earl Dartmouth 1755-1810 (22).

Around 1768 Peter Burrell 21st Baron Willoughby Eresby, 1st Baron Gwydyr 1754-1820 (13) educated at Eton College.

Around 1773 Thomas Wyndham 1763-1814 (10) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1773 John Lumley-Savile 7th Earl Scarborough 1761-1835 (12) educated at Eton College.

Around 1778 Frederick North 5th Earl Guildford 1766-1827 (11) educated at Eton College.

In 1785 Charles Marsham 2nd Earl Romney 1777-1845 (7) educated at Eton College.

Around 1788 Thomas Reynolds-Moreton 1st Earl Ducie 1776-1840 (11) educated at Eton College.

In 1789 Henry George Herbert 2nd Earl Carnarvon 1772-1833 (16) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1793 William Cavendish 1783-1812 (9) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1795 Booth Grey 1783-1850 (11) educated at Eton College.

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In 1805 Henry Edward John Howard 1795-1868 (9) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1809 Thomas Cecil 1797-1873 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1811 Edward Chichester 4th Marquess County Donegal 1799-1889 (11) educated at Eton College.

Around 1812 Edward Smith-Stanley 14th Earl Derby 1799-1869 (12) educated at Eton College.

Around 1812 Henry John George Herbert 3rd Earl Carnarvon 1800-1849 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1814 Henry Moreton 1802- educated at Eton College.

Around 1816 Edward Adolphus Seymour 12th Duke Somerset 1804-1885 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1817 Henry Richard Charles Wellesley 1st Earl Cowley 1804-1884 (12) educated at Eton College.

Around 1818 Wilbraham Egerton 1st Baron Egerton Tatton 1806-1883 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1818 Charles Wellesley 1808-1858 (9) educated at Eton College.

Around 1821 William Russell 8th Duke Bedford 1809-1872 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1823 Charles Manners 6th Duke Rutland 1815-1888 (7) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1829 Edward Frederick Leveson-Gower 1819-1907 (9) educated at Eton College.

Around 1829 Henry Willoughby 8th Baron Middleton 1817-1877 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1830 John James Robert Manners 7th Duke Rutland 1818-1906 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1832 Poulett George Henry Somerset 1822-1875 (9) educated at Eton College.

Around 1834 Washington Sewallis Shirley 9th Earl Ferrers 1822-1859 (11) educated at Eton College.

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My Recollections by Adeline Horsey Countess Cardigan 1824-1915 Chapter IV: Presented at Court. After mamma's death I kept house for papa at 8 Upper Grosvenor Street. My brothers were rarely at home. William (17) was educated at Eton, and when he was sixteen years old the Duke of Wellington (73) gave him a commission in the Grenadier Guards. Later he went through the Crimean War, and he retired from the Army in 1883, on account of ill-health, with the rank of Lieutenant-General.
Algernon (16) entered the Navy in 1840 as a midshipman, and the same year took part in the operations on the coast of Syria. After the battle of Acre he received the Turkish medal and clasps : his promotion was rapid, and as Admiral, his flagship, the Shah, engaged the Huascar, which he forced to surrender to the Peruvian authorities.
Now that I was so much alone I occasionally found time hang heavy on my hands, and I welcomed any excitement as a break in the monotony, for of course our period of mourning prevented us entertaining or accepting invitations. One day my maid told me about a fortune-teller who had a wonderful gift for predicting the future. I was very much interested, and made up my mind to consult the oracle. My maid attempted to dissuade me, saying that the woman lived in Bridge Street, Westminster, which was not at all a nice neighbourhood. I have always had my own way and, disguised in a borrowed cloak, bonnet and thick veil, and accompanied by my protesting servant, I started off to Bridge Street late one November afternoon.
It was dusk when we reached Westminster and found Bridge Street, badly lighted and evil-smelling. We knocked at the door, stated whom we wished to see, and we were ushered through a dark passage into a dirty room reeking of tobacco.
The fortune-teller was a wrinkled old woman who was smoking a short clay pipe with evident enjoyment. When I told her what I had come for, she produced a greasy pack of cards, and after I had "crossed her pahn " she commenced to tell my future.
" Ah ! " said she at last, and she looked curiously, " my pretty young lady, fate holds a great deal in store for you. You will not marry for several years, but when you do it will be to a widower — a man in a high position. You will suffer much unkindness before you experience real happiness, you will obtain much and lose much, you will marry again after your husband's death, and you will live to a great age."
I was quite impressed by my "fortune," but I was a little disappointed, for like most girls I had my day-dreams of a young husband, and the prospect of a widower was thus rather depressing.
Strangely enough, the prediction came true, for Lord Cardigan (45) was a widower, and nearly all the men who proposed to me were widowers ! I was asked in marriage by Lord Sherborne (38), a widower with ten children ; by the Duke of Leeds (40), who was a widower with eleven children, and by Christopher Maunsell Talbot (39), once Father of the House of Commons, also a widower with four children. Prince Soltykoff, the Duke of St. Albans (41), Harry Howard, and Disraeli (38) were other widowers who proposed to me, so I suppose I must have had some unaccountable fascination for bereaved husbands.

Around 1816. Thomas Lawrence Painter 1769-1830 (46). Portrait of Arthur Wellesley 1st Duke Wellington 1769-1852 (46).

1841 Francis Grant 1803-1878 (37). Portrait of James Brudenell 7th Earl Cardigan 1797-1868 (43).

Around 1845 Francis Edmund Cecil Byng 5th Earl Strafford 1835-1918 (9) educated at Eton College.

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In 1850 William Henry Wellesley 2nd Earl Cowley 1834-1895 (15) educated at Eton College.

Around 1856 Digby Wentworth Bayard Willoughby 9th Baron Middleton 1844-1922 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Times Newspaper Deaths. 13 Feb 1867. DEATH OF LORD FEVERSHAM. We regret to announce the death, after a short illness, of Lord Feversham, which occurred on Monday night at his residence in Great Cumberland Street. The late William Duncombe Baron Feversham, of Dancombe Park, County York, in the Peerage of the United Kingdom, was son of Charles first Lord by his marriage with Lady Charlotte Legge, only daughter of William, second Earl of Dartmouth. He was born on the 14th of January, 1798, so that he was in his 69th year. The deceased nobleman was educted at Eton, and afterwards proceeded to Christ Church, Oxford. He married l8th of December, 1823, Lady Louisa Stewart (63), third daugtter of George, eighth Earl of Galloway, by whom,who survives his Lordship, he leaves issue the Hon. Wiliam E. Duncombe (38), M.P., and Captain the Hon. Cecil Duncombe, of the 1st Life Guards, and three daughters, the Hon Jane, married l1th of April, 1849, to the Hon. Laurence Parsons; the Hon. Gertrude (39), married 27th of November 1&19, to Mr. Francis Horatio Fitzroy (43); and the Hon. Helen, married 18th of July, 1855, to Mr. William Becket Denison. Previously to his accession to tbe peerage on the death of his father in July, 1841, he repreeented Yorkshire in the House of Cormmons from 1826 to 1830. At the general election in 1831 he was unsuceessful candidatu for the coenty, but was returned for the North Riding in the following year, which he continued to represent till 18S1. He voted against the Reforzn Bill of 1832, and was uniformly in favour of agricultural protection. He took great interest in agricultural pursuit, And was a distinguished member of the Royal Agricultural Society, of which he was one of the trustees The deceased noblemna is succeded by his eldest son, the Hon. Wiliam Ernest Duncombe (38), above me6tioned, who was born January 28 1829, and married, August 7, 1851, Mabel Violet, second daughter of the late Right Hon. Sir James Graham, of Netherby. He was M.P. for East Retford from February, 1852, to 1857 and elected for the North Riding of Yorkshire inI 1859, anA was also returned at the last general election After a sharp contest, being second on the poll. He is Captain of the Yorkshire Yeomianry (Hussars) Cavalry, and Lientenent Colonel of the 2d North Riding like his deceased father, he is a supporter of Lord Derby, but in favour of such a measure of Parliamentary Reforms would give no undue preponderance to any one class, but would ensure to a fair distribution of political privileges.

Around 1754 Pompeo Batoni Painter 1708-1787 (45). Portrait of William Legge 2nd Earl Dartmouth 1731-1801 (22).

Around 1880 Henry Arthur Mornington Wellesley 3rd Earl Cowley 1866-1919 (13) educated at Eton College.

Around 1897 Edward William Spencer Cavendish 10th Duke Devonshire 1895-1950 (1) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1898 John Henry Montagu Manners 9th Duke Rutland 1886-1940 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1900 Hastings William Russell 12th Duke Bedford 1888-1953 (11) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1915 Charles Arthur Francis Cavendish 1905-1944 (9) educated at Eton College.

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Around 1925 Alexander Ramsay 1919-2000 (5) educated at Eton College.

Around 1925 Charles Beauclerk 13th Duke St Albans 1915-1988 (9) educated at Eton College.

William Cavendish 1917-1944 educated at Eton College.

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William Feilding 6th Earl Desmond, 7th Earl Denbigh 1796-1865 educated at Eton College.

Roger Grey 10th Earl Stamford, 6th Earl Warrington 1896-1976 educated at Eton College.

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Henry Howard 4th Earl Carlisle 1694-1758 educated at Eton College.

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George Howard 9th Earl Carlisle 1843-1911 educated at Eton College.

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Charles James Ruthven Howard 12th Earl Carlisle 1923-1994 educated at Eton College.

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George William Beaumont Howard 13th Earl Carlisle 1949- educated at Eton College.

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William Neville 1st Marquess Abergavenny 1826-1915 educated at Eton College.

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John Henry Guy Neville 5th Marquess Abergavenny 1914-2000 educated at Eton College.

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David Fitzroy 11th Duke Beaufort educated at Eton College.

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On 29 Jan 1733 Henry Godolphin 1648-1733 (84) died at Windsor. He was buried at Eton College Chapel, Eton College.

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On 22 Apr 1751 Francis Scott 2nd Duke Buccleuch 1695-1751 (56) died. He was buried at Eton College Chapel, Eton College. His grandson Henry Scott 3rd Duke Buccleuch 1746-1812 (4) succeeded 3rd Duke Buccleuch.

Before 02 Aug 1788 Thomas Gainsborough Painter 1727-1788. Portrait of Henry Scott 3rd Duke Buccleuch 1746-1812.

Around 1754. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. View across the River Thames to Eton College with the new Eton College Chapel, Eton College visible in white stone and the original Tudor buildings in red brick.

Around 1754. Canaletto Painter 1697-1768. View across the River Thames to Eton College with the new Eton College Chapel, Eton College visible in white stone and the original Tudor buildings in red brick.