The first major land battle in this war was the Battle of Crecy, and it began after the House of Valois challenged the House of Plantagenet's claim to the French throne.
One side in this conflict lost its fleet at the Battle of Sluys (SLOYZ), and England retained control of Calais after it ended. The first major land battle in this war was the Battle of Crecy, and it began after the House of Valois challenged the House of Plantagenet's claim to the French throne. Longbowmen aided Henry V's victory at Agincourt in this war, while it also saw Joan of Arc turn the war by lifting the Siege of Orleans. For 10 points, name this long-lasting Anglo-French conflict that took place during the 14th and 15th centuries.
One side in this conflict lost its fleet at the Battle of Sluys (SLOYZ), and England retained control of Calais after it ended.
{Hundred Years’} War