General Notes

Robert d'Estouteville, first known ancestor in this family, who as
"le sire d'Estouteville" figures in the "Roman de Rou" of Wace as one of the
victors at Hastings. He was often called Robert Fronte-boef. He was governor in
1085 of the castle of Ambrieres, which he held against Geoffrey Martel, until
relieved by Duke William. He died about 1090 and was succeeded by his son
Robert. The father and son have frequently been confused.
K: Robert d'Estuteville, "Fronteboeuf" and also Robert II de Stuteville,
"Fronteboeuf".
Roll: Robert d'Estouteville I (Front-de-Beouf). PROBABLY at Senlac. The
family held large possessions in many parts of England, especially in Yorkshire
and the north. About 1054-56 Robert I was governor of the castle of Ambrieres
and defended it against Geoffry Martel, count of Anjou, until relieved by the
approach of Duke William.
RC: Robert de Stouteville (or Estuteville), first known ancestor of the
family, one of the victors of the Battle of Hastings. Also known as Robert
Fronte-Boef. Married Jeaanne de Tallebot, daughter of Hue (sic), Lord of
Cleuville, and Marie de Meulan