The Visitations of the County of Surrey: Made and Taken in the Years 1530 by Thomas Benolte, Clarenceux King of Arms; 1572 by Robert Cooke, Clarenceux (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781024226294)

The Visitations of the County of Surrey is a meticulous record of the genealogical surveys conducted in Surrey, England, during the 16th and 17th centuries. This compilation merges the visitations of 1530 by Thomas Benolte, 1572 by Robert Cooke, and 1623 by Samuel Thompson and Augustin Vincent, offering an in-depth look at the families and heraldic arms of the region.

Edited with precision by W. Bruce Bannerman, this volume preserves essential historical data, making it an invaluable resource for genealogists, historians, and anyone interested in English family history. Originally commissioned by the College of Arms, these visitations provide a snapshot of Surrey's social structure and lineage during a transformative period in English history. This edition ensures the continued accessibility of these crucial records.

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