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Agincourt


Battle Name : Agincourt

Date(s) : 25 October 1415

Part of : The Hundred Years war ,

Outcome : A victory for English Army over French Army

Type of battle : Land

Summary

Henry V army was significantly outnumbered by the French but after a long pursuit was forced to give battle. Henry was able to select the battle ground and chose wisely. His 5000 longbow men on the flanks and his 900 men-at-arms with 1800 retainers held the centre. The French [20,000] were overconfident and poorly organized, all of their greatest lords led the first battle of 8000 dismounted men-at-arms. The battle evolved into a bloody hand to hand melee before the French finally broke and ran.

Casualty figures

English Army

Number engaged :
7,700

Casualties :
n/a

French Army

Number engaged :
20,000

Casualties :
n/a