Calendarium Inquisitionum Post Mortem is a comprehensive record of inquisitions post mortem - after death inquests - conducted in medieval England. These inquests were a means by which the Crown investigated the lands and possessions of deceased landowners, primarily to determine inheritance and feudal dues. This calendar serves as an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and legal scholars seeking to understand land ownership, social structures, and legal practices of the period.
Compiled anonymously, this calendarium provides a systematic index to the original inquisitions, making them more accessible and useful for research. Each entry typically includes the name of the deceased, the date of the inquisition, and a summary of the findings concerning their land holdings. This work offers a detailed glimpse into the lives and estates of the English landowning class, providing essential information for tracing family histories and understanding the economic landscape of medieval England. A vital reference tool for anyone researching medieval English history and law.
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