William de Chesney | |
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 Ancient plan of Oxford Castle, according to a 19th-century engraving. Chesney held Oxford Castle during Stephen's reign. | |
| Personal details | |
| Spouse | Margaret de Lucy |
| Relations | niece and heiress Matilda |
William de Chesney (flourished 1142–1161) was an Anglo-Norman magnate during the reign of King Stephen of England (reigned 1135–1154) and King Henry II of England (reigned 1154–1189). Chesney was part of a large family; one of his brothers became Bishop of Lincoln and another Abbot of Evesham Abbey. Stephen may have named him Sheriff of Oxfordshire. Besides his administrative offices, Chesney controlled a number of royal castles, and served Stephen during some of the king's English military campaigns. Chesney's heir was his niece, Matilda, who married Henry fitzGerold.
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