Great Battles

The Battle of Agincourt - Henry V's Victory in the Hundred Years' War


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Battle of Agincourt, a significant English victory during the Hundred Years' War, fought on October 25, 1415. Outnumbered and facing a much larger French force, King Henry V of England led his troops to a stunning victory. Despite being exhausted and weakened by disease, the English longbowmen played a crucial role in decimating the heavily armored French knights. The muddy battlefield and Henry's strategic positioning helped the English win against overwhelming odds. The Battle of Agincourt solidified Henry V's legacy and was a pivotal moment in the Hundred Years' War.



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Great BattlesBy Lavon Nunnery