The chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 09 [of 13] : containing an…
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"The Chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 09" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The volume provides a detailed narrative of events during the civil wars between the Houses of Orleans and Burgundy, highlighting key battles, strategies, and pivotal moments in the Kingdom of France, as well as the ongoing conflicts with the English. It serves as a continuation of Sir John Froissart's chronicles, offering insights into the
ongoing struggles for power and territory during a turbulent period in French history. The opening of this volume begins with the declaration of war by the King of France against the English, who have been accused of breaking the truce and committing violent acts against the French. It recounts how a miller played a critical role in the surprise capture of Verneuil, aiding the French forces led by notable leaders. This portion sets the stage for a detailed exploration of subsequent military campaigns, detailing the various sieges and battles that ensue across Normandy, the tactical maneuvers of both the French and English, and the shifting allegiances of key figures during the conflict. This engaging introduction immerses readers into the historical realities of medieval warfare and political intrigue in France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Monstrelet, Enguerrand de, 1390?-1453 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Johnes, Thomas, 1748-1816 |
| Title | The chronicles of Enguerrand de Monstrelet, Vol. 09 [of 13] : containing an account of the cruel civil wars between the houses of Orleans and Burgundy, of the possession of Paris and Normandy by the English, their expulsion thence, and of other memorable events that happened in the kingdom of France, as well as in other countries |
| Original Publication | London: Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown, 1810. |
| Credits | Graeme Mackreth and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Hundred Years' War, 1339-1453 |
| Subject | Europe -- History -- 476-1492 -- Sources |
| Subject | France -- History -- House of Valois, 1328-1589 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73160 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-73160-5 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 665 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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