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Overview of England's King Henry V
The second King of the Lancastrian dynasty, Henry V, ironically, was serving in Richard II's retinue when his father Henry Bolingbroke usurped the throne in 1399.
king henry v of england • henry v agincourt • henry v one hundred years war • biography of henry v of england • outline of reign of henry v of england
The second King of the Lancastrian dynasty, Henry V, ironically, was serving in Richard II's retinue when his father Henry Bolingbroke usurped the throne in 1399.
king henry v of england • henry v agincourt • henry v one hundred years war • biography of henry v of england • outline of reign of henry v of england
Military History for the Wargamer III
Continuing the military history resource collection on Suite101's Wargaming pages. This time a look at the American Civil War and the Hundred Years War.,Continuing the military history resource collection on Suite101's Wargaming pages. This time a look at the American Civil War and the Hundred Years War.
military history wargaming wargamers american civi • military history wargaming wargamers american civi
Continuing the military history resource collection on Suite101's Wargaming pages. This time a look at the American Civil War and the Hundred Years War.,Continuing the military history resource collection on Suite101's Wargaming pages. This time a look at the American Civil War and the Hundred Years War.
military history wargaming wargamers american civi • military history wargaming wargamers american civi
Edward III
Introduction of the Reign of Edward III
isabella of france • plantagenets • black death • parliament • wars of the roses
Introduction of the Reign of Edward III
isabella of france • plantagenets • black death • parliament • wars of the roses
Edward III - The Hundred Years' War Begins
A synopsis of the causes and events leading up to the oubreak of the Hundred Years' War.
edward iii • philip vi • sluys • foreign exchange • aquitaine
A synopsis of the causes and events leading up to the oubreak of the Hundred Years' War.
edward iii • philip vi • sluys • foreign exchange • aquitaine
The Black Prince
In Fourteenth-Century England Edward the Black Prince was admired as the epitome of the chivalrous knight, but there was also a dark side to his character.
the black prince • woodstock • poitiers • crecy • najera
In Fourteenth-Century England Edward the Black Prince was admired as the epitome of the chivalrous knight, but there was also a dark side to his character.
the black prince • woodstock • poitiers • crecy • najera
The Maid of Orleans
She first heard the voices when she was thirteen. Four years later she found herself leading an army to defend her country against the English.
joan of arc • maid of orleans • hundred years war • france • charles vii
She first heard the voices when she was thirteen. Four years later she found herself leading an army to defend her country against the English.
joan of arc • maid of orleans • hundred years war • france • charles vii
About Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc was born on January 6, 1412 in Domremy, France. Courageous and triumphant, she did not have long to be a normal child.
courageous joan of arc • battle of orleans • france's freedom from england • the hundred years war • saint joan's trial of 1431
Joan of Arc was born on January 6, 1412 in Domremy, France. Courageous and triumphant, she did not have long to be a normal child.
courageous joan of arc • battle of orleans • france's freedom from england • the hundred years war • saint joan's trial of 1431
Book review: Froissart's Chronicles
Froissart's Chronicles are acknowledged as the best account of chivalry and war between England and France in the Fourteenth century.
hundred years war • froissart • edward ii • edward iii • chivalry
Froissart's Chronicles are acknowledged as the best account of chivalry and war between England and France in the Fourteenth century.
hundred years war • froissart • edward ii • edward iii • chivalry
Coveted Medieval Castle near Paris
From hunting lodge and royal residence to porcelain factory and military arsenal, the Castle of Vincennes has witnessed the unfolding of France across many centuries.
undiscovered paris • chateau de vincennes • medieval castle • outskirts of paris • renaissance
From hunting lodge and royal residence to porcelain factory and military arsenal, the Castle of Vincennes has witnessed the unfolding of France across many centuries.
undiscovered paris • chateau de vincennes • medieval castle • outskirts of paris • renaissance
Edward III
Edward III ruled England for fifty years, and started the Hundred Years War in order to gain the French throne as well.
edward iii • england • hundred years war • france • edward ii
Edward III ruled England for fifty years, and started the Hundred Years War in order to gain the French throne as well.
edward iii • england • hundred years war • france • edward ii
Film Review: Henry V
This week, we look at Kenneth Branagh's antiwar masterpiece, Henry V, made from one of Shakespeare's most jingoistic and humorless plays.
henry v • agincourt • shakespeare • kenneth branagh • lawrence olivier
This week, we look at Kenneth Branagh's antiwar masterpiece, Henry V, made from one of Shakespeare's most jingoistic and humorless plays.
henry v • agincourt • shakespeare • kenneth branagh • lawrence olivier
King Louis XI
His plotting and love of intrigue earned Louis XI many enemies but helped to form a united France under a strong monarchy.
louis xi • the spider king • kings of france • french kings • margaret of scotland
His plotting and love of intrigue earned Louis XI many enemies but helped to form a united France under a strong monarchy.
louis xi • the spider king • kings of france • french kings • margaret of scotland
TAPESTRY...A PICTURE OF HISTORY
What makes this woven piece of art form so intreguing that the stories of Homer's Odyssey and the Illiad were told and made vivid to the ancient Greeks, along with the stories of Virgil's Aneida and Ovid's Metamorphoses to the Romans?
tapestry • greeks • romans • medeval • renasissance
What makes this woven piece of art form so intreguing that the stories of Homer's Odyssey and the Illiad were told and made vivid to the ancient Greeks, along with the stories of Virgil's Aneida and Ovid's Metamorphoses to the Romans?
tapestry • greeks • romans • medeval • renasissance
The English Conquest Of Wales
In 1277, The English King Edward I "Longshanks" began his military campaign against the Princes of Wales. He changed the landscape--and was introduced to the longbow.
edward i • wales • conquest • llewelyn ap gruffyd • rebellion
In 1277, The English King Edward I "Longshanks" began his military campaign against the Princes of Wales. He changed the landscape--and was introduced to the longbow.
edward i • wales • conquest • llewelyn ap gruffyd • rebellion
English Battle Tactics in the High Middle Ages
From the 1290s onward, the armies of England began to use new military tactics which revolved around massed archery, defensive deployment, and dismounting their warriors.
longbow • defense • fortification • edward • henry v
From the 1290s onward, the armies of England began to use new military tactics which revolved around massed archery, defensive deployment, and dismounting their warriors.
longbow • defense • fortification • edward • henry v
Board Game Review BattleLore
BattleLore is a light strategy board game that provides a plentiful variety in gameplay and hours of fun.
battlelore • battle lore • richard borg • board games • boardgames
BattleLore is a light strategy board game that provides a plentiful variety in gameplay and hours of fun.
battlelore • battle lore • richard borg • board games • boardgames
French Events: Normandy Festivals
Celebrate the Battle of Formigny in Calvados, spot Hollywood stars, and take in music concerts, fireworks displays and boat parades in Northern France.
french events • normandy festivals • american film deauville • rouen armada • fêtes médiévales
Celebrate the Battle of Formigny in Calvados, spot Hollywood stars, and take in music concerts, fireworks displays and boat parades in Northern France.
french events • normandy festivals • american film deauville • rouen armada • fêtes médiévales
Joan of Arc
From humble peasant girl to courageous military leader, Joan of Arc's religious devotion help her to change the course of history.
joan of arc • joan • maid of orleans • orleans • france
From humble peasant girl to courageous military leader, Joan of Arc's religious devotion help her to change the course of history.
joan of arc • joan • maid of orleans • orleans • france
Joan of Arc, The Queen of France?
Delving into Joan of Arc's life leads us to some startling observations about her, some of which are not generally associated with her folklore.
rheims • hundred years war • joan of arc • charles vii • france
Delving into Joan of Arc's life leads us to some startling observations about her, some of which are not generally associated with her folklore.
rheims • hundred years war • joan of arc • charles vii • france
Joan of Arc: The Maid of Orleans
We all know of the marvelous exploits "The Maid" in helping deliver France and crowning King Charles, but what was her personality really like?
joan of arc • france • england • burgundian • hundred years war
We all know of the marvelous exploits "The Maid" in helping deliver France and crowning King Charles, but what was her personality really like?
joan of arc • france • england • burgundian • hundred years war
The Calamitous Fourteenth Century in Europe
The Fourteenth Century in Europe is marked by widespread destruction and death, caused by a series of calamities that transitioned society into the early modern period.
fourteenth century in europe • little ice age in europe • famine of 1315 in europe • hundred years' war • bubonic plague in europe
The Fourteenth Century in Europe is marked by widespread destruction and death, caused by a series of calamities that transitioned society into the early modern period.
fourteenth century in europe • little ice age in europe • famine of 1315 in europe • hundred years' war • bubonic plague in europe
The Fall of Constantinople, 1453
In 1453 CE, the city of Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Empire. The conquest was one of history's turning points.
city of constantinople • constantinople • emperor constantine • byzantium • hundred years war
In 1453 CE, the city of Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Empire. The conquest was one of history's turning points.
city of constantinople • constantinople • emperor constantine • byzantium • hundred years war
The Free Companies of the 14th Century
An account of the professional mercenaries that ravaged and despoiled France, Spain and Italy during the latter half of the 14th century.
free companies • mercenaries • sir john hawkwood • white company • lances
An account of the professional mercenaries that ravaged and despoiled France, Spain and Italy during the latter half of the 14th century.
free companies • mercenaries • sir john hawkwood • white company • lances
The Later Plantagenets
The later Plantagenet kings ruled England through a period marked by (largely successfull) wars at home and abroad, and through the devastating Black Death of 1349-1350.
plantagent dynasty • later plantagenet kings • plantagenet kings of england • edward the first of england • edward the second of england
The later Plantagenet kings ruled England through a period marked by (largely successfull) wars at home and abroad, and through the devastating Black Death of 1349-1350.
plantagent dynasty • later plantagenet kings • plantagenet kings of england • edward the first of england • edward the second of england
Timeline (Book Review)
Michael Crichton's new time travel thriller takes readers on a roller coaster ride through the fields of medieval France, with a pinch quantum mechanics and a megalomaniacal CEO thrown in for good measure.
timeline • michael crichton • timeline book review • quantum theory • quantum foam
Michael Crichton's new time travel thriller takes readers on a roller coaster ride through the fields of medieval France, with a pinch quantum mechanics and a megalomaniacal CEO thrown in for good measure.
timeline • michael crichton • timeline book review • quantum theory • quantum foam
Georgette Heyer's My Lord John
Historical novel fans recognize Georgette Heyer as a paragon of the genre for her exquisite prose and extensive historical research. My Lord John is her magnum opus.
john duke of bedford • georgette heyer • my lord john • heyer's my lord john • hundred years' war
Historical novel fans recognize Georgette Heyer as a paragon of the genre for her exquisite prose and extensive historical research. My Lord John is her magnum opus.
john duke of bedford • georgette heyer • my lord john • heyer's my lord john • hundred years' war
Incredible Interview
An interview with game designer Jeff Lapkoff of Incredible Simulations Inc.
interview • war • strategy
An interview with game designer Jeff Lapkoff of Incredible Simulations Inc.
interview • war • strategy
Cinematic inspiration for armies
Leaving the cinema the other day after seeing "Gladiator" I suddenly realised how I had been influenced by such epics in my choice of wargaming periods and armies.
wargaming • beginner • dba • warhammer • figures
Leaving the cinema the other day after seeing "Gladiator" I suddenly realised how I had been influenced by such epics in my choice of wargaming periods and armies.
wargaming • beginner • dba • warhammer • figures
The Decline of the Medieval Knight
For centuries the chivalric knight stood above all others on the battlefield. Yet, in just a few short years, they were virtually erased from the battlefield.
gunpowder • medieval knights • the fall of the knight • the decline of the knight • the death of the knight
For centuries the chivalric knight stood above all others on the battlefield. Yet, in just a few short years, they were virtually erased from the battlefield.
gunpowder • medieval knights • the fall of the knight • the decline of the knight • the death of the knight
The History of the English Language, Part Two
This article discusses the historical events that impacted the English language between 1066ad-1453ad, including the Black Plague, the Crusades, Chaucer, and the Hundred Years War.
middle english • black plague • black death • crusades • swear words
This article discusses the historical events that impacted the English language between 1066ad-1453ad, including the Black Plague, the Crusades, Chaucer, and the Hundred Years War.
middle english • black plague • black death • crusades • swear words
Genghis Tactics and Strategies
Genghis Khan masterfully ruled an empire that occupied one fifth of the world's land area.
genghis khan tactics strategies • empire khan genghis • empire one fifth land area • genghis leader capable • genghis horses messaging
Genghis Khan masterfully ruled an empire that occupied one fifth of the world's land area.
genghis khan tactics strategies • empire khan genghis • empire one fifth land area • genghis leader capable • genghis horses messaging
Medieval Castles and Villages on the Dordogne
Also called Périgord, the Dordogne is one of the most popular tourist areas in France, famed for its historical sites and lush scenery.
medieval castles villages dordogne • beynac medieval castle • périgord top attraction castelnaud castle • la roque-gageac medieval village • fortified village domme
Also called Périgord, the Dordogne is one of the most popular tourist areas in France, famed for its historical sites and lush scenery.
medieval castles villages dordogne • beynac medieval castle • périgord top attraction castelnaud castle • la roque-gageac medieval village • fortified village domme
MMOGs - The Future's So Bright!
MMOGs, long in development, are finally coming into their own
mmog • mmorpg • mud • asheron • ultima
MMOGs, long in development, are finally coming into their own
mmog • mmorpg • mud • asheron • ultima
The Life of Geoffrey Chaucer
Geoffrey Chaucer is best known as the author of The Canterbury Tales, one of the most famous poems of medieval times and one which is still acclaimed in the 21st century.
the life of geoffrey chaucer • chaucer – medieval author of the canterbury tales • the career of geoffrey chaucer • chaucer’s death • burial place of chaucer at westminster abbey
Geoffrey Chaucer is best known as the author of The Canterbury Tales, one of the most famous poems of medieval times and one which is still acclaimed in the 21st century.
the life of geoffrey chaucer • chaucer – medieval author of the canterbury tales • the career of geoffrey chaucer • chaucer’s death • burial place of chaucer at westminster abbey
The Order of Bath
Like most European nations, Great Britain maintains a number of Knightly Orders that it bestows upon those who have rendered great service to the country.
order of bath • order of the garter • order of the thistle • order of st. patrick • the great orders
Like most European nations, Great Britain maintains a number of Knightly Orders that it bestows upon those who have rendered great service to the country.
order of bath • order of the garter • order of the thistle • order of st. patrick • the great orders
The Trial of the Templars
The arrest and trial of the Templars destroyed the first military religious order. But they lived on in legends of divine retribution.
templars • templar • templer • templarios • templier
The arrest and trial of the Templars destroyed the first military religious order. But they lived on in legends of divine retribution.
templars • templar • templer • templarios • templier
A Brief History of the French Language
French, like its romantic counterparts Spanish and Italian, has its roots in Latin. It evolved gradually into its own language and became internationally influential.
history of the french language • evolution of the french language • latin and french words • villers-cotterets ordinance • french and diplomacy
French, like its romantic counterparts Spanish and Italian, has its roots in Latin. It evolved gradually into its own language and became internationally influential.
history of the french language • evolution of the french language • latin and french words • villers-cotterets ordinance • french and diplomacy
Chateau de Castelnaud in Dordogne France
Castelnaud Castle offer an entertaining and educational historical visit for children, and all the family, in the Dordogne, France.
chateau de castelnaud • castelnaud castle • dordogne france • dordogne with kids • dordogne with children
Castelnaud Castle offer an entertaining and educational historical visit for children, and all the family, in the Dordogne, France.
chateau de castelnaud • castelnaud castle • dordogne france • dordogne with kids • dordogne with children
Geoffrey Chaucer Brief Bio and Works
Brief biography and works of English poet Geoffrey Chaucer, best-known for the tales of Canterbury, and Troilus and Cressida.
geoffrey chaucer brief bio • chaucer's works • the tales of canterbury • chaucer and middle english • chaucer troilus and cressida
Brief biography and works of English poet Geoffrey Chaucer, best-known for the tales of Canterbury, and Troilus and Cressida.
geoffrey chaucer brief bio • chaucer's works • the tales of canterbury • chaucer and middle english • chaucer troilus and cressida
Get Help with Anxiety From Saint Julian
Blessed Julian of Norwich was a 14th Century mystic who comforted her people and who continues to offer inspiration and hope to all who are tormented with anxiety.
blessed julian of norwich • saint julian • patron saint of anxiety • all shall be well • revelations of divine love
Blessed Julian of Norwich was a 14th Century mystic who comforted her people and who continues to offer inspiration and hope to all who are tormented with anxiety.
blessed julian of norwich • saint julian • patron saint of anxiety • all shall be well • revelations of divine love
Humanism
A key component of the Renaissance was the intellectual movement known as Humanism. Humanism was based on the study of classical Greek and roman cultures.
leonardo da vinci • da vinci. mona lisa • humanism • renaissance • intellectual movement
A key component of the Renaissance was the intellectual movement known as Humanism. Humanism was based on the study of classical Greek and roman cultures.
leonardo da vinci • da vinci. mona lisa • humanism • renaissance • intellectual movement
Mont St-Michel
Mont St-Michel in Normandy is the most popular visitor attraction in France.
mont st michel france • mont saint michel • mont-st-michel • normandy france • beautiful places in northern france
Mont St-Michel in Normandy is the most popular visitor attraction in France.
mont st michel france • mont saint michel • mont-st-michel • normandy france • beautiful places in northern france
Sarlat la Caneda Vacations in Dordogne Valley
The well preserved historical center of Sarlat la Caneda is situated in the Dordogne Valley. This south of France city has historical attractions and upscale hotels.
sarlat la caneda vacations • dordogne valley • hotels sarlat • south of france • historical attractions
The well preserved historical center of Sarlat la Caneda is situated in the Dordogne Valley. This south of France city has historical attractions and upscale hotels.
sarlat la caneda vacations • dordogne valley • hotels sarlat • south of france • historical attractions
Special Days in History - May 7th Anniversaries
Birthday, anniversary, special occasion? Discover what momentous occasions also took place on this day in history, May 7th.
may 7th anniversaries • robert browning poet born • birth of tchaikovski in russia • rabindranath tagore nobel laureate • death of guru nank founder of sikhism
Birthday, anniversary, special occasion? Discover what momentous occasions also took place on this day in history, May 7th.
may 7th anniversaries • robert browning poet born • birth of tchaikovski in russia • rabindranath tagore nobel laureate • death of guru nank founder of sikhism
The Northern Renaissance
The Italian Renaissance spread to Northern Europe, through King Francis I of France. Shakespeare, Flanders, Erasmus all reflect the Northern Renaissance.
northern renaissance • italian renaissance • renaissance • william shakespeare • albrecht durer
The Italian Renaissance spread to Northern Europe, through King Francis I of France. Shakespeare, Flanders, Erasmus all reflect the Northern Renaissance.
northern renaissance • italian renaissance • renaissance • william shakespeare • albrecht durer
700 Years of Longbows in War
The Longbow came from humble origins in 12th Century Wales, ended Medieval Combat, and found itself on European battlefields as late as 1940.
longbow • agincourt • crecy • english • army
The Longbow came from humble origins in 12th Century Wales, ended Medieval Combat, and found itself on European battlefields as late as 1940.
longbow • agincourt • crecy • english • army
Aboriginal Military Resistance
Australian Aboriginal warriors have fought European invaders since 1770, and still fight today. Uncover the silenced history of Aboriginal military resistance.
aboriginal warriors • aboriginal warfare • indigenous warrior • indigenous warfare • aboriginal holocaust
Australian Aboriginal warriors have fought European invaders since 1770, and still fight today. Uncover the silenced history of Aboriginal military resistance.
aboriginal warriors • aboriginal warfare • indigenous warrior • indigenous warfare • aboriginal holocaust
Book review: Armies and Warfare in the Middle Ages
This award winning book is a great introduction to the military history of the middle ages, suitable for both the novice and academically knowledgeable wargamer.
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This award winning book is a great introduction to the military history of the middle ages, suitable for both the novice and academically knowledgeable wargamer.
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Film Review: Commercials pt. 2
Medievalesque commercials tend to repeat the same narrow set of themes and images of the Middle Ages.
kia • capital one • yaris • yaris.ca • vikings
Medievalesque commercials tend to repeat the same narrow set of themes and images of the Middle Ages.
kia • capital one • yaris • yaris.ca • vikings
Joan of Arc
Led by God's divine guidance, Jeanne d'Arc led the French Army to victory at Orleans. She was later accused of heresy and burnt at the stake.
saint joan of arc • joan of arc • patron saint of france • joan of arc the maid of orleans • the maid of orleans
Led by God's divine guidance, Jeanne d'Arc led the French Army to victory at Orleans. She was later accused of heresy and burnt at the stake.
saint joan of arc • joan of arc • patron saint of france • joan of arc the maid of orleans • the maid of orleans
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