Sir James Audley’s Bravery
On the English side, Lord James Audley fought in the center of the battle, supported by his four loyal squires. […]
The Flight of the Duke of Normandy’s Forces
As the Black Prince and his army advanced, the Duke of Normandy’s battle became uneasy. Many of the French commanders,
The Black Prince Confronts Church Interference
During the heat of battle, the Black Prince learned that some of the cardinal’s men had entered the field with
The English Archers Gain Advantage
On the battlefield, the English archers played a decisive role. Their arrows flew so thickly that the French soldiers did
Chaos in the French Marshals’ Battle
As the battle unfolded, the French marshals’ forces faced serious difficulties. Many of their horses panicked under the hail of
Sir James Audley and the Courage of the English Knights
Sir James Audley was known as a wise and valiant knight, respected by all in the English army. The day
The Cardinal’s Failed Mission
On the eve of battle, the Cardinal of Périgord made another attempt to mediate between the French and English armies.
The Black Prince Encourages His Men
As the English army prepared for battle, the young Black Prince addressed his soldiers with courage and wisdom. He reminded
Reconnaissance During the Truce
While the Cardinal of Périgord moved between the French and English armies attempting to negotiate peace, other knights took advantage
The Black Prince Considers Peace
Before the battle, the Cardinal of Périgord attempted one final time to prevent bloodshed between the English and French armies.