History of the battle of Orleans 1429, between Henry V's English army and the French army led by Joan of Arc, marking the turning point of the Hundred Years War, well documented in the book by Pete Armstrong. Published by Osprey Books, available from the military print company.

In 1415, King Henry V of England invaded France and won an overwhelming victory at the battle of Agincourt.  Following his victory, the English conquered a large part of Northern France, and by 1429 were besieging the city of Orleans.  In this darkest hour, France's fortunes were transformed by the inspirational leadership of a young woman, Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc).  Within four months the French had broken the siege and won a great victory at the battle of Patay over the previously invincible English.  This book examines the crucial campaign which marked the turning point of the Hundred Years War.

Orleans 1429, France Turns the Tide by David Nicolle

In 1415, King Henry V of England invaded France and won an overwhelming victory at the battle of Agincourt.  Following his victory, the English conquered a large part of Northern France, and by 1429 were besieging the city of Orleans.  In this darkest hour, France's fortunes were transformed by the inspirational leadership of a young woman, Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc).  Within four months the French had broken the siege and won a great victory at the battle of Patay over the previously invincible English.  This book examines the crucial campaign which marked the turning point of the Hundred Years War.

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Book price £12.99. Book serial number Osprey 94.

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