LE BIGOD, 3rd Earl of Norfolk, hereditary Steward of the Household, Warden of Romford Forest Hugh
1182 - 1225 (43 years)
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Name LE BIGOD, Hugh [1, 2] Title 3rd Earl of Norfolk, hereditary Steward of the Household, Warden of Romford Forest Birth 1182 Suffolk, England 
Gender Male Books About secondary character in For the King's Favor Books About secondary character in The Time of Singing Books About To Defy a King by Elizabeth Chadwick Differentiator Magna Carta Baron Magna Carta 1215 Hugh and his father joined in the baronial unrest which led to the signing of the Magna Carta, of which they were both Surety Barons Relation to Me 22 GGF Royalty & Nobility 3rd Earl of Norfolk Web Address https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugh_Bigod,_3rd_Earl_of_Norfolk Web Address https://magnacarta800th.com/schools/biographies/the-25-barons-of-magna-carta/roger-bigod-and-hugh-bigod/ Web Address https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Bigod-1 Residence Framlingham Castle, Suffolk, England Primary family property _EXCM 15 Jun 1215 By Pope Innocent III for his role in the Magna Carta rebellion Death 18 Feb 1225 Thetford, Norfolk, England Person ID I7429 My Genealogy | Laviolette Ancestry, Laviolette Ancestry Last Modified 4 Feb 2024
Father LE BIGOD, Sir Knight Roger, b. 1144 d. Bef 2 Aug 1221 (Age < 77 years) Relationship natural Mother DE TOSNY, Ida, b. Abt 1155 d. Bef 1221 (Age < 65 years) Relationship natural Marriage 1181 Family ID F1873 Group Sheet | Family Chart
Family MARSHAL, Maud, b. 1192 d. 27 Mar 1248 (Age 56 years) Children + 1. LE BIGOD, Ralph d. 28 Jul 1260 [Father: natural] [Mother: natural] Family ID F1867 Group Sheet | Family Chart Last Modified 4 Feb 2024
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Birth - 1182 - Suffolk, England 
Residence - Primary family property - - Framlingham Castle, Suffolk, England 
Death - 18 Feb 1225 - Thetford, Norfolk, England = Link to Google Earth
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Hugh Bigod, 3rd Earl of Norfolk - Wikipedia
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The Magna Carta A Descendant's Journey Through History
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Connections to the Magna Carta (6)
Imagine finding out you're not just linked to a pivotal slice of history, but directly descended from both sides of it. That's my story. I'm a 25th great-grandchild of King John of England and also connected to 12 of the 25 barons who played a key role in the Magna Carta. This isn't just a chapter from a history book for me; it's a personal journey through my family's past.
Few documents have resonated through the ages like the Magna Carta. The Magna Carta emerged from a period of tumult and tyranny. King John, my ancestor, often remembered more for his vices than virtues, was at the heart of this drama. His reign, marked by military failures, exorbitant taxation, and disputes with the Church, set the stage for a historic standoff between the crown and its subjects.
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Notes - Hugh le Bigod, born around 1182 and dying in 1225, was a member of the powerful early Norman Bigod family and played a crucial role in the events surrounding the Magna Carta. He was the eldest son of Roger Bigod, 2nd Earl of Norfolk, and Ida de Tosny.
Hugh's life was marked by his involvement in the baronial opposition against King John of England. In 1215, he was one of the twenty-five sureties of the Magna Carta, a document that sought to limit the powers of the king and establish certain legal protections. His role in this pivotal moment in history highlights his status and influence in the political landscape of the time.
Hugh married Maud Marshal, daughter of William Marshal, 1st Earl of Pembroke, and Isabel de Clare, around 1206 or 1207. This union brought him closer to one of the most powerful families in England. Together, they had several children, including Roger Bigod, 4th Earl of Norfolk, and Hugh Bigod, Justiciar of England.
Hugh succeeded to his father's estates, including Framlingham Castle, in 1221. He also inherited the positions of Steward of the royal household and warden of Romford Forest, Essex. His tenure as the 3rd Earl of Norfolk was marked by his continued involvement in the political affairs of the realm.
In the years 1221 to 1225, Hugh made various grants and took part in a campaign against Llewelyn of Wales in 1223. On 11 February 1224-5, he witnessed the confirmation of the Magna Carta. Hugh died shortly after, on 18 February 1225. His wife, Maud, survived him and later remarried William de Warenne, 5th Earl of Surrey.
Hugh Bigod's life illustrates the complex interplay of power, loyalty, and rebellion in medieval England. His involvement in key historical events like the Magna Carta and his role as a surety baron reflect his significant role in the struggle for rights and governance during this period.
- Hugh le Bigod, born around 1182 and dying in 1225, was a member of the powerful early Norman Bigod family and played a crucial role in the events surrounding the Magna Carta. He was the eldest son of Roger Bigod, 2nd Earl of Norfolk, and Ida de Tosny.
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Sources - [S1748] Douglas Richardson, Royal Ancestry, (Location: Salt Lake City, UT; Date: 2013;), Volume 1, Pages 441-442.
At least one living or private individual is linked to this item - Details withheld. At least one living or private individual is linked to this item - Details withheld. At least one living or private individual is linked to this item - Details withheld. - [S1802] WikiTree, Record of Hugh (Bigod) le Bigod (abt. 1185 - 1225).
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- [S1748] Douglas Richardson, Royal Ancestry, (Location: Salt Lake City, UT; Date: 2013;), Volume 1, Pages 441-442.