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Introduction
Alexander Francis Edward FitzJames
Genealogist • Amateur Historian • Heraldist • Author
Biography
Alexander Francis Edward FitzJames (b. 8 May 2007), commonly referred to as Alex FitzJames, is a British historian, genealogist and heraldist. He is a student of Ancient History and Classical Archaeology at the University of Leicester. His main interests are British and European heraldry, historical genealogy, mediaeval history and classical antiquity.
Education
Alex studies for a degree in Ancient History and Classical Archaeology at the University of Leicester. His academic interests encompass the political, social, cultural and religious history of the Mediterranean world, with a particular interest in the civilisations of Greece and Rome.
In addition to analysing historical texts, he is also interested in classical archaeology and how archaeology is used as evidence to reconstruct ancient societies. This includes the interpretation of archaeological sites, monuments, artefacts, and landscapes, as well as the use of historical maps and modern technology in archaeology.
Memberships
Heraldry & Geneaology
Alex is a keen student and follower of heraldic practice. He is a member of the Heraldry Society, which is presided over by Edward Fitzalan-Howard, the 18th Duke of Norfolk.
Alex is in contact with the Chief Herald of Arms of Malta and is undergoing a petition for a grant of arms. He is also in contact with James Peill, the current Garter Principal King of Arms at the College of Arms in London, to draft a pedigree (family tree) demonstrating his descent from Andrew Buchan, an (illegitimate) clansman of Clan Buchan.
Member - The Nelson Society
Student Member - The Council for Archaeology
Student Member - The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA)
Member - The Heraldry Society
Member - The John Muir Trust