Battle of Agincourt

Definition

The Battle of Agincourt was a significant conflict during the Hundred Years' War, fought on October 25, 1415. It resulted in an unexpected victory for the English against a numerically superior French army.

Related terms

Hundred Years' War: A series of conflicts waged from 1337 to 1453 between the Kingdoms of England and France, along with their various allies.

Longbow: A large bow used for hunting and as a powerful weapon in medieval warfare. Its use by English archers at battles such as Agincourt is credited with contributing significantly to their victories.

Henry V: King of England from 1413 until his death in 1422. He led his army into battle at Agincourt and secured one of England's most famous victories in the Hundred Years' War.