Orléans 1429 : France turns the tide
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Orléans 1429 : France turns the tide
(Praeger illustrated military history series)
Praeger, c2005
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Originally published: Oxford : Osprey, 2001
Bibliography: p. 93-94
Includes index
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Description
In 1415 King Henry V of England invaded France and won an overwhelming victory at the Battle of Agincourt. Following his victory, the English conquered a large part of northern France, and by 1429 were besieging the city of Orleans. In this darkest hour, France's fortunes were transformed by the inspirational leadership of a young woman, Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc). Within four months the French had broken the siege and won a great victory at the battle of Patay over the previously invincible English.
In 1415 King Henry V of England invaded France and won an overwhelming victory at the Battle of Agincourt. Following his victory, the English conquered a large part of northern France, and by 1429 were besieging the city of Orleans. In this darkest hour, France's fortunes were transformed by the inspirational leadership of a young woman, Jeanne d'Arc. Within four months the French had broken the siege and won a great victory at the battle of Patay over the previously invincible English. This book examines the crucial campaign that marked the turning point of the Hundred Years War, and that began the legend of Joan of Arc.
Table of Contents
- Each volume contains: Introduction
- Chronology
- Profiles of Commanders
- Comparison of Opposing Plans
- Descriptions of Opening Moves
- Description of the Battle
- Aftermath of the Battle
- The Battlefield Today
- Orders of Battle
- Guide to Further Reading.
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