Crecy 1346 Region 1

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• On 11 July 1346, the Anglo/Welsh army of Edward III started to disembark in the bay at St Vaast in the Cotentin Peninsula. In a period of 12 months, this army won 3 major battles Caen, Blanchtaque and Crecy and captured Calais, which would remain in English hands until 1558 a thorn in the side of France. This campaign was the first major chapter in the story of the Anglo-French conflict that was later called the 100 years War. This campaign is not only notable for the military victories of Edward and his army but for the way it reshaped warfare on the continent, the English arrived as a major military player on the international stage of medieval Europe. The strategy of “Chevauchee” employed by Edward’s army whilst not being completely new was utilized in an intelligent and controlled manner Choose your platform/edition, then jump in—story, missions, and extras depend on the version. Rated 4.0 out of 5.