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Battle of Poitiers
Battle of Poitiers, Edward (the Black Prince) leads an army of 6000 against the 20500-strong French army
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The Battle of Poitiers, 1356: A Turning Point in the Hundred Years War This evocative print depicts a pivotal moment in the Hundred Years War between England and France, specifically the Battle of Poitiers, which took place on September 19, 1356. The scene captures Edward, the Black Prince of Wales, leading his English army of approximately 6,000 soldiers against the much larger French force of around 20,500 under the command of King John II. The battle was a significant turning point in the conflict, which had been raging since 1337 over the succession to the French throne. The English had been making steady progress in their campaign, but the defeat of their main army at the Battle of Crecy in 1346 had left them in a vulnerable position. The French, sensing an opportunity, launched a counterattack under the command of the Dauphin (the future King Charles II) and King John II. Despite being outnumbered, the English forces, led by the Black Prince, managed to hold their ground and inflict a devastating defeat on the French. The battle resulted in the capture of the French king and the Dauphin, as well as the seizure of large amounts of treasure. The victory at Poitiers boosted English morale and weakened the French war effort, leading to a period of relative peace in the Hundred Years War. The scene depicted in this print captures the intensity and drama of the battlefield, with the Black Prince leading his troops into the fray against the advancing French lines. The print serves as a powerful reminder of the strategic importance and impact of this battle in the wider context of the Hundred Years War.
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