The Chronicle of Robert of Gloucester
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The "Chronicle of Robert of Gloucester" is a vernacular history of England, likely written around 1300 in rhymed couplets. It traces England's history from its legendary founding by Brut to 1270.1
It is believed that Robert of Gloucester himself wrote only the latter portion of the chronicle, which covers contemporary events. This section provides valuable details about the civil strife during Henry III's reign and a vivid account of the Battle of Evesham, considered to have contemporary authority. The earlier parts of the chronicle draw from earlier historical sources and appear to have been written by different authors.1
It is important to distinguish this work from Robert, Earl of Gloucester, a significant supporter of Matilda during her war with King Stephen in the 12th century.2
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