Publisher's Synopsis
The Visitations of the County of Oxford Taken in the Years 1566, 1574, and in 1634 is a historical book written by William Harvey and published in 1871. The book is a detailed account of the visitations of the County of Oxford by the heralds of the College of Arms in the years 1566, 1574, and 1634. The visitations were conducted to record the pedigrees of the gentry and nobility of the county, and to ensure that they were entitled to bear their coats of arms. The book provides a wealth of information on the families of Oxfordshire, including their genealogy, heraldry, and social status. It contains transcripts of the visitation records, which include detailed descriptions of the coats of arms, as well as notes on the family history and achievements of the individuals listed. The book also includes an introduction by the author, explaining the purpose and history of the visitations, and providing context for the records.Overall, The Visitations of the County of Oxford Taken in the Years 1566, 1574, and in 1634 is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Oxfordshire or genealogy and heraldry more broadly. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and social structures of the gentry and nobility of the county during a period of significant change in English history.Also By William Ryley, Together With The Gatherings Of Oxfordshire, 1574.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
