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THE BATTLE OF CRECY Flashcards

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WHAT happened in August 1346?

A

Edward III and army making way back to Calais.

French army pursuing them, clearly tired, hungry English army could not outrun them.

Edward chose to stand and fight on top of hill in small village of Crecy.

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WHAT happened next?

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Previous day rain made muddy field and setting sun shone directly into eyes of French.

French sent crossbow men to attack English.

Crossbow men massacred by English longbows.

English won Battle of Crecy

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HOW MANY of each on English and French side?

Archers
Knights
Foot soldiers

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English

Archers 1100
Knights 3900
Foot soldiers 6000

French

Archers 6000
Knights 12000
Foot soldiers 20000

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