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

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

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Biography of Gerrit van Honthorst 1592-1656

On 4th November 1592 Gerrit van Honthorst was born.

In 1635 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 42]. Portrait of Frederick Palatinate Simmern V Elector Palatine Rhine.

1642. Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 49]. Portrait of Luise Henriette Orange Nassau [aged 14].

In 1642 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 49]. Portrait of Princess Elizabeth Stewart Queen Bohemia [aged 45].

In 1649 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 56]. Portrait of Emilia Nassau Beverweert Countess Ossory [aged 13].

In 1651 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 58]. Portrait of Elisabeth Nassau Beverweert Countess Arlington [aged 17].

Before 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 63]. Portrait of Elisabeth Palatinate Simmern [aged 37].

Elisabeth Palatinate Simmern: On 26th December 1618 she was born to Frederick Palatinate Simmern V Elector Palatine Rhine and Princess Elizabeth Stewart Queen Bohemia. She a granddaughter of King James I of England and Ireland and VI of Scotland. On 11th February 1680 Elisabeth Palatinate Simmern died.

Before 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 63]. Portrait of Charles Louis Palatinate Simmern [aged 38].

Before 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 63]. Portrait of Prince Rupert Palatinate Simmern 1st Duke Cumberland [aged 36].

Before 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 63]. Portrait of Mary Stewart Princess Orange [aged 24].

Before 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 63]. Portrait of William Craven 1st Earl Craven [aged 47].

On 27th April 1656 Gerrit van Honthorst [aged 63] died.