The French Advance into Aquitaine
Charles VII decided to send an army to invade Aquitaine. He placed it under the command of the famous Dunois. […]
Constant Conflicts in Acquitaine
During this period, Acquitaine saw more than its fair share of war. The regions of Guienne and Gascony, in particular,
The Decline of English Power in France
After the early successes of Edward III and the Black Prince, the situation for England in France began to deteriorate.
The Treaty of Bretigny
The Treaty of Bretigny, signed in 1360, was intended to settle the conflict between Edward III of England and King
The Spanish Campaign and Its Costs
The Black Prince’s campaign in Spain is described vividly in Froissart’s chronicles. While the campaign was a great military success,
Local Resistance in Acquitaine
Although Guienne remained relatively loyal to the English until the end of their rule, the neighboring provinces were far less
The Start of the Conflict
Acquitaine became a key factor in the war when Philip VI of France, known as Philip de Valois, made certain
Bias in Recording History
English historians have often been guilty of emphasizing victories while giving little attention to defeats. The successes of Edward III
The Limits of Physical Courage
Physical courage—sheer bravery in battle—is a quality shared by all soldiers, not just kings and nobles. In fact, most male
The Nature of Challenges in Medieval Warfare
In medieval Europe, sending a challenge for personal combat—called a cartel—was sometimes considered an appeal to heaven. It was a