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Hundred Years' War

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Jeanne d'Arc, a French heroine, leading her troops at the Siege of Orléans during the Hundred Years' War.

The Hundred Years’ War was a long time when two countries, England and France, had big arguments. It started in 1337 and went on for about 116 years. The arguments began because of land and who should be the king of France.

Leaders from both countries wanted to be in charge. This time was hard for many people, but it also helped change how countries worked and fought.

France is a beautiful country in Western Europe. It was a very important place during the war. Many battles happened there, and leaders from both sides tried to control it.

One important person was Joan of Arc. She was a young woman who helped France during a very tough time. Because of her and others, France became stronger.

The war ended in 1453. France kept most of its land, and England lost many of the places they once held. This long time of arguing helped both countries grow and change in many ways.

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Timeline showing major events from the Hundred Years' War between England and France.
A 15th-century illustration showing King Edward I of England paying tribute to King Philip IV of France in a royal court setting.
A colorful historical painting showing ships from France and the United Kingdom engaged in a sea battle during the 14th century.
An illustrated scene from a 15th-century French manuscript showing knights and soldiers in medieval armor, depicting the Battle of Crécy in 1346.
Historical map showing France during the Treaty of Bretigny.
Statue of Bertrand du Guesclin, a French medieval military commander, located in Dinan.
Map showing historical naval battles between Castilian–French fleets and England during the Hundred Years' War (1374–1380).
An animated map showing the changing battle lines and territories during the Hundred Years' War between France and England from 1337 to 1453.

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