<p>On 26 August 1346, Edward III chose his ground at Crécy and turned a larger French army into chaos. Longbowmen, fieldworks, and disciplined infantry shattered repeated cavalry charges, while early cannon added shock and smoke to the fight. In this episode we track the march, the tactics, the storm-soaked opening, and the aftermath that led straight to Calais.</p> <p>#BattleOfCrecy #HundredYearsWar #MedievalWarfare #EnglishHistory #FrenchHistory #MilitaryHistory #HistoryPodcast</p>

On 26 August 1346, Edward III chose his ground at Crécy and turned a larger French army into chaos. Longbowmen, fieldworks, and disciplined infantry shattered repeated cavalry charges, while early cannon added shock and smoke to the fight. In this episode we track the march, the tactics, the storm-soaked opening, and the aftermath that led straight to Calais. #BattleOfCrecy #HundredYearsWar #MedievalWarfare #EnglishHistory #FrenchHistory #MilitaryHistory #HistoryPodcast

The Battle of Crécy

Welcome to Compact Warfare, the podcast where we explore history's most pivotal battles, military strategies, and key moments of conflict in short bite-sized chunks. From ancient skirmishes and medieval sieges to the modern-day theatres of war, each episode delivers a concise and engaging breakdown of the tactics, innovations, and historical figures that shaped the course of warfare. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious listeners alike, Compact Warfare makes understanding the complexities of military history both accessible and captivating, all in the time it takes to make a coffee.

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The Battle of Crécy

The Battle of Crécy