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Louis of Anjou and the Second House of Naples
Louis of Anjou was the founder of the second house of Anjou in Naples. He was adopted by the celebrated Joan of Naples, apparently...
End of the Battle of Poitiers
The Battle of Poitiers, fought on September 19, 1356, was one of the most remarkable events of the Hundred Years’ War. Even though the...
Ransoming the Prisoners
After the supper, every soldier returned to his lodging, taking the prisoners they had captured with them. That same night, many of the prisoners...
Strict Observance of the Surrender Terms
The conditions of the surrender were carried out very strictly by the Count de Dunois. He made sure that the promises given to the...
The Beginning of the Campaign
The first important action led by the Count de Dunois was the siege of Blaye. This town was taken quickly, within only a few...
The French Advance into Aquitaine
Charles VII decided to send an army to invade Aquitaine. He placed it under the command of the famous Dunois. This marked an important...
The Decline of Chivalry with the Rise of Artillery
The arrival of artillery fundamentally changed the nature of warfare. Previously, a knight’s personal skill, strength, and armor were key advantages on the battlefield....
The Historical Struggles of the Flemings
The recent events in Belgium give special interest to the history of earlier times. The struggles of the Flemish people in the fourteenth and...
The Rise of Civic Freedom in Flanders
A large portion of the third volume of this work focuses on a remarkable period in European history. This era was crucial because it...
Role of the Microregional Physician in Outpatient Care
A central figure in the outpatient department is the microregional physician. This doctor plays a leading role in providing medical care to the population...
