John's final battles Flashcards
When was the victory at Damme?
1213
Why was John’s victory at Damme unexpected?
In that year, he was faced by the refusal of English Barons to contribute forces or pay scutage.
What alliance did John make in 1214?
The German emperor, Otto IV
What unlikely ally did John make in May 1214?
The Lusignans.
By what date had John seized back Angers?
Mid June 1214.
What gave Philip the advantage against John?
English barons refused to support John & there was a delay in Otto’s forces arriving.
When was the battle of Bouvines?
27th July 1214
What led to the failure at the Battle of Bouvines?
Otto was overwhelmed by the French forces and forced to retreat himself.
Why was John forced to form a truce with Philip in September 1214?
Many of John’s remaining forces retreated.
How did John punish the Barons who didn’t aid him in the war with France?
A scutage of 3 marks per knight was levied on those who had not contributed.
Why were the Baron’s appeals to the Pope ignored?
Due to John’s alliance with the papacy.
When was the first draft of the Magna Carta agreed among Barons?
1214
When did John meet with the Barons at Runnymede?
1215
When did the barons officially renounce their fealty to John?
3 May 1215
When was Magna Carta settled by?
June 1215
