Sheffield 1297 to 1554.

<p><i>Sheffield 1297 to 1554</i> presents a detailed catalogue of ancient charters belonging to the twelve capital burgesses and commonalty of the town and parish of Sheffield otherwise known as the Church Burgesses. Compiled by Thomas Walter Hall this meticulously researched volume includes abstracts of all Sheffield wills proved at York prior to a specific date (likely 1554 implied by the title).</p> <p>This historical record offers invaluable insights into the legal and social structures of Sheffield during the late medieval and early Tudor periods. Researchers and historians will find a wealth of primary source material relating to land ownership inheritance and the administration of justice in this important English town. The compilation of charters and wills provides a unique window into the lives and concerns of the people of Sheffield centuries ago making it an essential resource for anyone studying the history of Yorkshire and its surrounding regions.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>