Origins
The root causes of the conflict can be traced to the crisis of 14th-century Europe. The outbreak of war was motivated by a gradual rise in tension between the kings of France … Meer weergeven

End of homage
At the end of April 1337, Philip of France was invited to meet the delegation from England but … Meer weergeven

Aquitaine and Castile
In 1366, there was a civil war of succession in Castile (part of modern Spain). The forces of the ruler Peter of Castile Meer weergeven

Burgundian alliance and the seizure of Paris
Battle of Agincourt (1415)
In August … Meer weergeven

Dynastic turmoil in France: 1316–1328
The question of female succession to the French throne was raised after the death of Louis X in 1316. Louis left behind a young daughter, Meer weergeven

The French king, John II, was held captive in England for four years. The Treaty of Brétigny set his ransom at 3 million crowns and allowed for hostages to be held in lieu of John. The hostages included two of his sons, several princes and nobles, four inhabitants … Meer weergeven

The war became increasingly unpopular with the English public due to the high taxes needed for the war effort. These taxes were seen as one of the reasons for the Peasants' Revolt. Richard II's indifference to the war together with his preferential … Meer weergeven