1415: The Battle of Agincourt. Epic Battles of History

In 1415, the army of King Henry V met a much larger French force near the village of Agincourt in one of the most famous battles of the Hundred Years' War.1415: The Battle of Agincourt presents a clear and accessible account of this campaign and the confrontation that followed, explaining how the English army reached northern France, why the battle took place, and how its outcome affected the wider conflict between the two kingdoms.
The book places Agincourt within its political and military setting, outlining the objectives of both sides and the conditions facing medieval armies on campaign. It also considers the consequences of the battle and why it became one of the most enduring episodes of late medieval history. Written for general readers, this concise guide is suitable for those interested in: the Hundred Years' War medieval European history major battles of the Middle Ages medieval warfare and leadership Straightforward in approach and grounded in historical sources, this book offers an introduction to a battle that helped shape the later course of the war between England and France.