WHY AND HOW DID HENRY V WIN THE BATTLE OF AGINCOURT? Flashcards
Why may have Henrys victory at Agincourt be considered to be down to recklessness?
Because of Henry’s decision to march to calais from Harfluer whilst they were outnumbered.
Why could Henry’s victory at Agincourt be put down to luck?
because they were lucky to find causeway that wasn’t blocked up the river.
Why could Henry’s victory at Agincourt be put down to good leadership?
He pushed men hard and gained a day on the french.
What were Henry’s archers skilled in?
Longbow.
How were French cavalry charges hampered?
Henry’s archers used wooden stakes.
What were bowmen able to achieve?
Long distance shots.
Why did the french side lack mobility?
Their flanks were overcrowded, they had heavy armour and cavalry was placed at the back [unable to fall back].
Why did the mud cause fatalities for the french?
Many fell and suffocated in the mud.
Why were Henry’s troops successful in hand to hand combat?
They weren’t weighed down with heavy armour like the french.
Why was the english victory especially impressive?
English troops were outnumbered and fighting on a foreign field.
Why did the french lack the leadership of the english?
They lacked presence of a king.
What was controversial about Henry’s actions after he had won the battle?
He killed the french prisoners.
