The Hundred Years' War

Season

2013

7.5

French and English armies clash across medieval battlefields during the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453). A historian explores key locations where pivotal conflicts unfolded.

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Trouble in the Family: 1337-1360

A young doctor presents this fascinating historic story in 3 parts. The first part covers 1337 to 1360 and illustrates the battle of Cressey and the English Invasion of Gasgoyne, or Aquitaine ( now Bordeaux) . She shows the topography of the battle sites and how the English used the long bow.

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Breaking the Bonds: 1360-1415

1360 to 1415 we see how England and France continue after England's great successes in France in episode one. England was wracked by the Plague and revolt, so loses the upper hand until Henry V turns the tide at the battle of Agincourt.

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Agents of God: 1415-1453

Dr Janina Ramirez continues her examination of the lengthy conflict in the 14th and 15th centuries by focusing on Henry V's attempts to secure the crown of France for his heirs by conquering the entire country. She also explores the unlikely role played by Joan of Arc, a young peasant, in its resistance.

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The Hundred Years' War

Season

2013

7.5

Clips & Trailers

Trailer #1

Episode List

Trouble in the Family: 1337-1360

Breaking the Bonds: 1360-1415

Agents of God: 1415-1453

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The Hundred Years' War

Season

2013

7.5

Clips & Trailers

Trailer #1

Episode List

Trouble in the Family: 1337-1360

Breaking the Bonds: 1360-1415

Agents of God: 1415-1453

Similar Titles

The British

The Great War and the Shaping of the 20th Century

The Normans

Heroes and Villains

1066: The Battle for Middle Earth