Crécy
by Michael Livingston
"Battle of Five Kings"
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Crécy by Michael Livingston
Details
War:
Hundred Years' War
Perspective:
Commanders
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Europe
Published Date:
2022
ISBN13:
9781472847058
Summary
The Battle of Crecy in 1346 was one of the most significant conflicts of the Hundred Years War. Michael Livingston's book examines this pivotal medieval battle where English forces under Edward III decisively defeated a larger French army. The work analyzes the military tactics, longbow technology, and strategic decisions that shaped the outcome. Livingston provides historical context about the five monarchs involved in the conflict and explores how this battle influenced medieval warfare. The book combines scholarly research with accessible narrative to illuminate this crucial moment in English and French history.
