Discover the journal of first Earl of Sandwich and his connection with Cromwell and Pepys

[@whitleyrj]

I’m so happy that I found your channels! Your family is lovely, and very interesting . The discovery of family history and treasures have always interested me. One of my ancestral families lived in Blandford . The Ryves family. The estate was sold to pay gambling debts. If I get to return to England one day, maybe I will visit the estate. I read that it is a wedding venue named The Came. It was named Ranston a few hundred years ago.

[@beckykukoski8678]

Absolutely wonderful. I can't imagine how amazing it would be to live amoung all of this history. Julie, the relationship with your father-in-law is so sweet, showing the respect you both have for each other. You are kindred spirits with your love of history.

[@cberry6751]

I love your show!!! You have such a wonderful father in law!!! I love history & would be in that library every hour of every day!! Thank you!

[@barimccullough3018]

I love that your in laws/ Luke's parents get involved with the filming and sharing there knowledge. I love all the history.

[@Sirshackleton]

Your Father-in-law is such a cutie! I love the rose! Both of your in-laws are precious!

[@kismet2354]

I can’t help but feel those amazing historical journals should be preserved for posterity, in a climate control library. Beautiful series. Bravo 👏🏻

[@mandocool]

Deserve way more likes.. Thank you to his Grace and to Viscountess Hinchingbrooke!

[@lindapeterson5992]

I am only at minute 21, and need to express how wonderful it is that your family has chosen to use today's technology to share these unique and private insights of your home and history. These tours are one of the blessings during this time of global quarantine. Thank you for your commitment and creativity.

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you so much Linda!

[@barbarag7391]

D tv

[@evaross7021]

Oh my...what a treasure you have at your fingertips tips with those journals..all that history..how are you not in that room buried in it every second of the day... I love that you shared this

[@doriscassan6996]

I am just watching this video this year and wow, the drawings in the journal. Immediately wondered if they could be used for merchandising!!?? Prints, tea towels, mugs, tote bags.... a lost art, a journal with illustrations. I will look for more of these videos of Mapperton Live!

[@eliotdavey4927]

Those drawings are mind boggling,fantastic diaries brilliant vlog,your presentation is second to none,god bless your family.

[@SamuelDarcyPalmer]

Fascinating presentation. I’ve read a translation of Samuel Pepys diary but had no idea of his connection with the first Earl. Great to join the dots

[@wimvanmoerbeke]

I do think you should make a digital version of the books, you never know God forbid that a fire or water damage occurs.

[@chantaln6843]

I would record The earl every day, when he shares AWESOME information. There’s so many detail being transferred by word of mouth.

[@stephenpollock-hill8480]

Julie, We took our portrait of Edward Montagu to the National Portrait Gallery a few years ago on one of their open days. It was wrapped up in brown paper and string, and the guy said. " who have you got there? "Edward Montagu, Earl of Sandwich" "Oh we have several of him in the Collection I will go and get the photos"(black & white). When he got back, we had unwrapped it and it looked at it and said, "Oh Dear!", " Why, Is it not him?" "Oh yes it is definitely him, but its a better portrait than all of ours!" He had six different photographic portraits in his hand. Look at that order of the garter, its ridiculously large, and painted over a portrait of him as a Cromwell supporter!"

[@livesandhistories]

What a fascinating story! Thank you for sharing it.

[@akgvwschannel]

"There's still treasures to come." This quote from the 11th Earl is an understatement. What a wonderful program. Thank you from Alaska!

[@russellbagwell-schein]

Hello, to you both, and thank you for taking this time to have us.

[@maryjanekolesar8325]

Since I stumbled onto these vlogs/channel/videos, and trying to view from the beginning, these gems keep popping up that I missed! I LOVE History and your enthusiasm! Thank you for an enriching alternative to today's TV.

[@aanaanna8465]

Julie, your farther-in- law`s so charming. Adore to watch video with him, always intresting!) hi from snow Moscow) thanks for your videos!

[@jeserickson8980]

Journals are very interesting and I loved hearing about the Earls favorite sandwich and ice cream. You will cherish these videos for generations to come.

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you Jes, we are glad you are enjoying our live videos. We will be bringing you more of them soon, so please subscribe to the channel so that you don't miss out.

[@domesdaytoamericaproject5268]

I loved every minute and only wish Lord Salisbury would consent to an exhaustive exploration of those family treasures with a lengthier time allotted. He seemed to really enjoy himself!

[@karenmiller5206]

Thank you for your love of history and to show your husbands families history to we that enjoy true British history!

[@lobstercheescake8264]

Incredible treasures- I could listen to this history for hours-your father-in-law is awesome!

[@avalondreaming1433]

I love all of this history. 20 years and you are still in such awe. I certainly would be too. I love your father-in-law. Such a delight!

[@gytrash]

Wonderful stuff! The Earl is certainly a fountain of knowledge and it was a delight and privilege to peek into the 10 volumes of the 1st Earl's journal. That's a real historical treasure. Looking forward to more tours :)

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you Matt, we're looking forward to bringing more tours to everyone soon!

[@cberry6751]

I’d be picking your father in laws’s brain every day! What a wealth of knowledge!!!

[@lauraaulenbacher934]

Okay Julie, you are going to need to do a segment on your own home with all this awesome history on your AMERICAN GUIDE SHOW Two kings of England signatures!!!! Oliver Cromwell connections!!! The True story of the SANDWICH snack! And we haven't even gotten to your gardens and home yet. Really cool stuff! I'm loving your family heritage, through your in-laws!!!!!

[@Rebekahlow]

How wonderful to see the journals of the 1st Earl.I'd be afraid to touch them.Thank you for sharing more family history with us!!! Love from Vermont

[@chantaln6843]

COVID-19 is giving y’all a GOLDEN opportunity to schedule time for daily reading & record Earl Montagu for future reference. Special information about the swimming status of people “back then” is priceless.

[@mrsblogz6481]

Wonderfull history preserved in that beautifull library. Much we didn’t know ,

[@LillianLouiseInNature]

Wow, Julie such a treat to see this!!! The journals are fascinating!!! His drawings are so very well done. So nice to see history in the pages- cultural treasure. Thank you!

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you so much! We have lots more fascinating tales and historic records still to show you, as you can see by the volumes of books in the library!

[@sheilaandersen8710]

Hi Julie! Love the videos/live chats you all have been creating! In this video my interest was especially peaked by the house records. I have done extensive digitizing of my family's comparative meager records and photos. Have you all thought of digitizing those records yourselves? Although I was able to use my printer/scanner, that would not be completely possible with all of your family's records, especially those in bound volumes. However, with the proper lighting and wise use of a smartphone you could easily digitize every page of your documents and the family's portrait collection. What an amazing job that would be! If only I could lend a hand! But, alas, I am in the US. Well done, you and your husband's family, in bringing the family's history to light and allowing virtual visitors to Mapperton! Continued best of luck to you and yours!

[@elizabethperrone513]

It is lovely visit to the library. How interesting, they recreated in their diary the different situations they lived.

[@BehindtheseEyes]

Julie..Have followed you for sometime and so enjoy the Virtual Tours of Mapperton . Enthralled by history/stories your In-laws( Earl & Countess of Sandwich) + Luke and Yourself graciously share with Us. Touring in this manner provides us All with ability to visit Mapperton . Stay Safe, Well (and Dry).🇺🇸Charleston,SC.

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you for your support!

[@risalangdon9883]

I am located in SC USA and am a lover of all things historical. Thoroughly enjoy various history. As it never fails to connect to other topics I have heard about. Also a huge fan of gardens & old buildings with the character of fine craftsmanship. It seems many of those skills have been lost over the last several decades. Thank you for sharing. I have just come upon your videos and am enjoying them very much.

[@rhondamartin3575]

I love your bookcase! I love your old journals and books! Amazing! The chair is just exquisite! I would love to own that! I enjoy listening to you and your father-in-law! Wonderful history!!!! Please do more videos like this!

[@kimclarke5018]

The drawings are extraordinary. True works of art in diaries.

[@MappertonLive]

They are beautiful aren't they Kim, we're so lucky to have them and cherish them.

[@walnuttreehomestead3149]

Binge watching your channels love the library is on my todo list inour new home

[@lynnaehardy6707]

So Awesome!!! I would love to spend years reading all of those awesome books.

[@ankubakshii]

You are such an incredible woman Julie... Putting together all the strings of history and at the same time help preserving it too.. Such an inspiration ✨

[@stefaniesombaty8980]

Thank you! I just had the most wonderful evening watching you all. I just can't enough of the history, to be in that library must be amazing.

[@MappertonLive]

You're very welcome, thank you for 'tuning in'

[@donnaclagett8249]

From Maryland, what treasures to have! I agree, learning penmanship again and getting back to more personal messages !

[@richardsanmiya2976]

Here is another one from Canada and months inTurks & Caicos Islands. Love your blogs.. Fabulous. Love Linda

[@jrandallgilmore8907]

Such a wonderful presentation. I just watched this after viewing your latest live broadcast. It’s great! I noticed at the end you mention it was National Sandwich week in Great Britain. Wouldn’t it be wonderful (once the world reopens) for the Earl of Sandwich to host a Sandwich festival yearly in honor of it? You could invite the best sandwich chefs and officianados from all over Great Britain for tastings and a yearly competition. Best Sandwich in Great Britain! I’d definitely get a kick out of attending something like that. Keep up the great work, I just love your show. I hope you plan an episode at Mapperton! Stay well.

[@pamelasoares7296]

Those diamonds would be worth millions today!

[@MillieEsposito]

Hi Migna Esposito From Howard Beach Queens NY love your home glad to see this beautiful history home.

[@muffin6369]

This is how I became hooked on British history....PBS Masterpiece Theatre Jennie: The Lady Randolph Churchill with Lee Remick and I was hooked. Then it was 'Lillie" then they through me a loop with "I Claudius", Then "The Duchess of Duke Street". To hear the Earl explain everything and to know this is his family is incredible. And he and the Countess are so REAL.

[@theresanoble1695]

Great idea, love these, such great historical info! Hugs from Canada again...

[@maxjeggo8014]

What a great episode, Have always wanted to look into the books of librarys of great houses, when touring them ❤❤

[@Marice51]

Outstanding video, very interesting, fascinating history of the first Earl of Sandwich

[@shirleylaporte4216]

Love your new series. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it. Also, love this show as well. I am obsessed with English history. BTW, I love cream poured on top of ice cream. Glad to know I’m not the only one! 💖Shirley of California

[@kristiLB93]

Please keep posting! Just love this!

[@angelheart9173]

I love getting to know you all and the house 😊

[@Grahamrobinsonvt802]

Mystic Mandii W same here very fun content

[@OBXDewey]

Amazing history. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@angelescastro3679]

Hello,from Galicia( Spain) bravo,bravo...

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you very much!

[@apace903]

1st saw Julie on Ladies of London. You were my favorite. Not because I'm American, but you were the nicest one. Hope to see a new season for your new show. Always been interested in English and Scotish history. Hope very much to visit in future.

[@MappertonLive]

I hope so too!

[@judymoraga5536]

From Venezuela watching!

[@pamelasander1740]

Wonderful! So interesting and funny. Great job!

[@rileypussalino8394]

Great channel. I really enjoy all of you.

[@reedcrissy]

Hello from Boston and thank you for opening your home during this time.

[@traceygomes809]

JUST MIND BLOWING! ❤

[@billthomson6605]

it would be wonderful if the diaries were transcribed and digitized for safekeeping and sale

[@susenjarvis8281]

Hello from usa!

[@webbtrekker534]

Been a big fan of Pepys for many decades. I finally managed to collect the whole translated Diary and read it. Sandwich is very prominent in the diary. Would love to read that diary too and see how contemporary stories were viewed by the two.

[@allsortsMichele]

Fascinating!

[@Ways2Remember]

Do you have a picture of Jemima Crewe my 3rd cousin through my 13 GGM Ann Waldegrave connection to my Bacon Stanhope Rebbeca 7th GGM. Who married Edward Montagu the first Earl! I enjoy the personal tour of family history! What a treasure of knowledge! Thank you so much cousins. What a blessing it is! It reminds me of how my cousin Cindy Crawford showed me my Trowbridge family! Got to see it in my KZbin.

[@tracyjohns5182]

Some of these drawings would make wonderful greeting cards (with small description on back of card) or prints to sell in your shop.

[@coniwatson9512]

Thank you for sharing. Wish I could see all tours.

[@j.r.8223]

Very interesting!! Thanks for the tour!

[@jwebstersmithii7459]

Alright, that's it. I'm going to fetch me a pen, and get to drawing. Now!

[@bonniesummerfield1687]

Love the earl

[@KyrstOak]

17:50 😂 Sounds like the cameraman fell asleep!

[@PersonalOPSEC]

Hi from Pennsylvania!

[@Jlefebvere]

This is fascinating!

[@MeMe-nw9mq]

Just found this video and loved being able to see the diaries or journals with all the wonderful illustrations. I do have a question though. Every other person that I have seen has always worn white cotton gloves before handling such historical documents because of concerns about the oils that are naturally present on our fingertips and hands damaging the fragile pages when touching them barehanded. Just wondering.

[@jaytibbles2223]

Are there any rutters in the collection? As a navigator he would have one or more. The gem $92,286.13 or 68,005.95 Pound sterling

[@dentgeartools3246]

Hello from Riverside CA, Close to the famous Mission Inn.

[@robinhardin63]

I'm a little late to the party. Thanks. I love this

[@lindafredtrauffer8175]

Hello from Linda in Southern California!

[@MappertonLive]

Welcome!!

[@chatterjeelinda4]

The Queen's dowry of territory in Bombay started the British craze of drinking tea and we never stopped :-)

[@lurlenejones456]

Chocolate ice cream, the remedy for melancholy. Yep!

[@carljerls7895]

My words could not express, just a wonderful presentation. The Journals need to guarded, day and night by a team of Corkie Terriers.

[@gisellemaillard9460]

Las Vegas is watching. Love this! So fascinating!! Thank you!

[@patmiller774]

When reading the ice cream recipe, you have, understandably, read "ye" when this is actually the word "the." What you think is a "y" is called a thorn and stands for the "th" sound. Perhaps this will make more sense when you read further in the journals.

[@franklake9308]

Pat, I concur. You were just two months ahead of me. Ÿe and ÿe may be a better representation of Ye and ye.

[@jessicanelson9545]

The conversion in pounds for the diamonds that cost 405 pounds, is close to 85,000 pounds today.

[@stephanieh.6144]

It would actually be quite a bit more. Statista.com has a conversion value of 236.43 for 1666, so that would be 95,754.15 GBP today. But the inflation of the materials (gold and diamonds) would not have the same inflation as the standalone currency. So it would be well into 6 figures, at a minimum, and likely more depending on the gem ratings, not to mention the provenance. It would be fascinating to get a more accurate estimate from a jeweler that specializes in this type of appraisal - and of course, to actually find the piece. ;)

[@fernandoferdinand4866]

Bc of the fact that this object is made of high commodities as gold and diamonds it would have more value and also being owned by members of the British monarchy. It would fetch a price in the single digit millions between 3-5 millions worth in 2021.

[@fernandoferdinand4866]

I'd have to say the Earl of Sandwich's Mapperton Estate is worth Millions due to the well preserved museum class pieces of furnishings, paintings, journals and books and many other things they have in this estate. Love these live streamings.

[@JustAnotherRoger]

I miss the notification for the live video! From Hawaii here.

[@MappertonLive]

Oh no, sorry to hear that! We try to go live at the same time every Tuesday, so you should be able to catch us at around 4pm UK time, or 11am EST.

[@AliSkarsgard]

Julie, this is completely off topic & I believe previously commented on this vlog, but can you please tell me where your purchase these orange trousers!?! I’ve tried searching them on my own... no luck whatsoever. Thank you so much 💕~kristina

[@stephenpollock-hill8480]

Small correction Julie. Charles II did not come back to become king, the minute his father dies, he becomes king, automatically, "the King is dead! "Long live the (next) KING!" The coronation confirms that the Church of England recognises him as King, and crowns him, as a Christian C of E Monarch! Remember Edward VIII was King, but abdicated to marry his divorced American, Wallis Simpson.

[@charisoutofTexas]

The jewel worth 405 pounds in 1667 would be worth over $100,000 today.

[@dorisf7368]

You also had Germany 🤗

[@pboro.d]

I'm trying to find the Earl's book without success, please can you point me in the right direction, thank you

[@1958pobs]

Fantastic job again, you are all very entertaining and likeable, you could try patreon something along those lines, have a look at the French chateau you tubers, not that you should be like them, as it is totally different kettle of fish so to speak, but you can see what they do, how they manage to make quite a bit of money that helps towards roofs and renovating everything, people do love to see work and renovations the nitty gritty so to speak. This is very much appreciated, to see such history and hear the knowledge coming forth. I think a cup of tea and and sandwich of course, with the knowledge and history flowing, between you all, would be wonderful too. Because I spite of all the serious history, people wanted to know, what sandwich and what icecream was your father in laws favourite 🤷‍♀️ stay safe.

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you for the advice Lynne, we are focusing on bringing you all more live tours. The channel has grown so much and we may be able to accept donations directly through the videos soon, which will make it a lot easier (and more fun and interactive) to support us. Thank you for your continued support.

[@carljerls7895]

@@MappertonLive Yes, quite like the original Bank of England did to raise funds to rebuild the Royal Navy. Every little bit helps.

[@eddiegaltek]

According to the Bank of England Inflation Calculator goods and services costing £405 in 1666 would cost £97,192.49 in 2020.

[@parkemessier6128]

I checked several conversion websites and the resulting values for the jewel were all over the place and too low in my very humble opinion. The highest value was $107,249.92 from Edward Nye, English Department, University of Wyoming. This would be dollars, not pounds. This does not take into account the intrinsic antique value or the provenance, both of which would make the jewel considerably more valuable. At least it seems that way to me!

[@Shibalvr]

Wow, looking back this was the time of COVID shutdown😢😢

[@lindadavis3728]

How much does it cost to tour "Britain's Finest Manor" if you were a tourist visiting the area?

[@fredarcher7264]

Hi Julie , £ 405 in todays' value would be £69,850.00.

[@muffin6369]

Just like the Earl of Cavendish they were made Duke's because the seven asked William III and Mary to come over and take over the monarchy. Think about THAT one. They wanted James out he had visions of a Louis XIV style monarchy and it was basically a no Catholic zone. General Monck brought Charles or asked if he would come back. That's what I mean you cannot make up this incredible history. Thanks everyone!

[@muffin6369]

EXCUUUUUSE ME! I of course meant the Earl of Devonshire, Cavendish Family. I am so embarrassed.

[@pattimessenger6214]

Is the jewel that as a gift to the first earl’s wife still in the family?

[@tracyjohns5182]

Is there a possibility you could find a scholar (student) that could ‘catalog’ these journals?

[@marymerrill1612]

Coeurd’Alene, Idaho.

[@annavannoni]

Did you ever make the chocolate ice cream from his recipe on this channel?

[@MappertonLive]

coming in 2 weeks time!

[@Grahamrobinsonvt802]

The earl of sandwich 🥪.