Battle Of Agincourt Flashcards
1
Q
Who was it against ?
A
Againtst henry V bs charles darbet france
2
Q
What weapons were used?
A
French - used calvary , swords, longbow
English -spears, cavalry, archers (making up 80% of army)
3
Q
How was the recruitment and training
A
Use of feudal and general summons and indentures
1363 - edward 3 longbow law
4
Q
How was the experience of civilians
A
Forced to shelter and feed soldiers
Requisitioning
5
Q
How was the composition of armies?
A
France - reckless charges forward with infantry
English -Use of longbowmen to attack French cavalry (100,000 arrows per minute). English knights jumped off the horses to fight. Henry V was brave and tactical
