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Sir John Chandos A Distinguished Commander
Sir John Chandos was one of the most celebrated English commanders of the 14th century. He served closely with the Black Prince throughout many...
The Battle at Meaux Victory and Punishment
After the knights—led by the Count of Foix and the Captal de Buch—attacked the rebels at Meaux, they pursued them relentlessly. The professional soldiers...
The Count of Foix and the Captal de Buch Respond
During a time of great unrest in France, a violent revolt broke out among the common people. This rebellion, often called the Jacquerie, caused...
The Black Prince Hosts the French King
Bringing Sir James Audley to the Prince
After the battle, the Black Prince wanted to honor the brave knights around him. He learned that Sir...
Approaching Poitiers After the Battle
Careful Journey with Prisoners
After the Battle of Poitiers, the English and Gascon forces were heavily loaded. They carried many prisoners, including the French king,...
Ransoming the Prisoners After the Battle
Managing Captured Nobles
After the battle, the English and Gascon forces had many prisoners. These included knights, squires, and important nobles. Since there were so...
Chivalry and the Tournaments
To understand the influence of chivalry on society, it is important to examine its role in civilizing—or failing to civilize—the customs of its time....
The Limits of Chivalric Law
It is often said that the laws of chivalry were strict and severe. Knights were expected to follow codes of honor, protect the weak,...
The Reputation of Chivalry
Many writers and historians have praised chivalry as a wise institution that helped civilize and refine society. For a long time, it was widely...
Public Health Achievements in Bulgaria
The social and economic development of Bulgaria created favorable conditions for improving public health. Over time, the incidence of many infectious and parasitic diseases...
