Identity area
Reference code
SJLM/8/2/3
Unique identifier
GB 1859 SJLM/8/2/3
Title
Christ's College, Cambridge
Date(s)
- 1507-1526 (Creation)
Level of description
Subseries
Extent and medium
10 items; paper and parchment
Context area
Name of creator
Name of creator
(1469-1535)
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Charters, accounts, deeds and other documents related to the creation and re-foundation of Christ's College. Christ's College was founded by William Byngham in 1437 as God's House. In 1505, the College was granted a new royal charter, was given a substantial endowment by Lady Margaret Beaufort, and changed its name to Christ's College.