Crécy

Hilaire Belloc's "Crecy" delves into one of the most pivotal battles of the Hundred Years' War. This meticulously researched account offers a compelling exploration of the Battle of Crécy, fought in 1346. A significant event in medieval warfare, Crécy is presented here within the larger context of English and French conflict, providing a comprehensive overview of the battle's strategic importance and its lasting impact on military history.

Belloc expertly details the battle itself, examining the strategies, weaponry, and the key figures involved in this clash at Crécy-en-Ponthieu, France. Explore the factors that led to the English victory and understand the battle's place within the broader narrative of European history. This historical work sheds light on a crucial moment in the Hundred Years' War, revealing the dynamics of medieval warfare and the enduring legacy of Crécy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.