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15 Notorious Battles Where Everything Went Wrong

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2. Battle of Agincourt (1415)

2. Battle of Agincourt (1415)
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On October 25, 1415, during the Hundred Years’ War, the English army, led by King Henry V, achieved a remarkable victory against the French at the Battle of Agincourt. Despite being significantly outnumbered, the English forces utilized the narrow, muddy terrain to their advantage. The French knights, encumbered by heavy armor and hindered by the treacherous conditions, struggled to advance. English longbowmen, protected by stakes, unleashed devastating volleys, leading to a decisive English triumph. (britannica.com)

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