Edward III and the Hundred Years' War
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Edward III and the Hundred Years' War
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About this listen
In this episode, we explore how King Edward III's claim to the French throne ignited the Hundred Years' War, a conflict driven by a refusal to accept a loss and an unachievable strategic objective. We also examine the complex medieval succession laws and the devastating consequences of this protracted conflict on both England and France.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Hundred Years' War
01:04 Medieval Succession Laws and the French Throne
03:20 Edward III's Claim and Early Acceptance
07:05 Escalation and the War's Beginning
11:51 Edward's Leadership Failures
16:50 War's End and Lasting Impact
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