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Joan of Arc and the Siege of Orléans (1429): The Turning of the Tide
Discover how Joan of Arc, the Maid of Orléans, achieved the impossible in 1429. Our article explores the pivotal Siege of Orléans, a major turning point in the Hundred Years' War. Learn how her leadership broke the English siege, fueled French momentum, led to Charles VII's coronation, and cemented her enduring legacy as a national icon and saint.
Aug 296 min read


Battle of Sluys 1340: The Naval Clash That Opened the Hundred Years’ War
The Battle of Sluys 1340: How Edward III Secured English Naval Supremacy at the Start of the Hundred Years’ War? An in-depth analysis of the devastating defeat of the French fleet off the coast of Flanders. Explore the tactics of the longbow, France’s catastrophic losses, and the strategic consequences for control of the English Channel. Discover the decisive first naval battle of this prolonged conflict.
Aug 2211 min read


Edward the Black Prince: The Legendary Warrior of the Hundred Years’ War
Edward the Black Prince — a legendary warrior and the eldest son of Edward III, whose victories at Crécy and Poitiers changed the course of the Hundred Years’ War. Discover how the young prince became the terror of France, why he earned his dark nickname, and how his knightly valor coexisted with brutality. Explore the life of a commander who never ascended the throne but remains forever etched in England’s memory. Dive into the story of brilliant triumph and tragic legacy.
Aug 188 min read


The Treaty of Brétigny (1360): Peace That Didn’t Last
The Treaty of Brétigny (1360): Why England’s triumph became a mirage. Explore a key episode of the Hundred Years’ War: the capture of King John II, France’s huge concessions, and the staggering ransom. Discover how a peace bought at the cost of humiliation collapsed due to territorial disputes, economic issues, and the Free Companies. Why did the brief respite only deepen the conflict? An analysis of the causes of failure and the tragic legacy of the treaty.
Aug 139 min read


Battle of Poitiers (1356): The Black Prince’s Greatest Victory
How did Edward the Black Prince’s tiny army crush the knightly power of France at Poitiers (1356)? Discover the greatest English victory of the Hundred Years’ War! Learn about the archers’ tactics, the capture of King John II, the chaos in France, and the road to peace at Brétigny. Dive into the drama of a battle that changed the course of medieval history. Explore the causes, the unfolding of the fight, and its shocking aftermath!
Aug 1110 min read


The Hundred Years’ War Explained: A Battle for Thrones
The Hundred Years’ War (1337–1453): More Than Just a Century of Bloodshed! Discover how a dynastic dispute over the French throne turned into a century-long conflict between England and France. From Edward III’s claims and the Battle of Agincourt to Joan of Arc’s heroic deeds and the collapse of English ambitions. How the Treaty of Troyes nearly destroyed France, and why this war changed Europe forever. The essential explanation is right here!
Jul 1611 min read


The Battle of Crécy (1346): The Secrets of Edward III’s Victory
The Battle of Crécy (26 August 1346) was a bloody lesson in medieval warfare, where the English army under Edward III defeated the larger French forces. This article provides a detailed examination of the tactics employed, the secret power of the English longbows, and the fatal mistakes made by Philip VI. How did this battle change the art of war in Europe? Why did the proud cavalry lose to simple foot soldiers?
Jun 98 min read


The Battle of Agincourt, 1415: Why France Lost the Fight
On October 25, 1415, a handful of English archers defeated a much larger French army at the Battle of Agincourt. Why did the knights, the symbol of medieval power, sink into the mud under a storm of arrows? How did tactical mistakes and social arrogance lead to disaster? This article looks at the fatal choices of the French commanders, the secret of the longbow’s power, and the battle’s effects on the course of the Hundred Years’ War.
May 197 min read
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