The Hundred Years’ War – History

The 100 Years War was of the longest wars in history. You know from the name, but the war lasted about one whole century! The specific dates for the 100 Years War was 1337-1453 AD. England fought against France in the war. What all started the war was a disagreement between the King of England and the King of France over whether the king of England (and Duke of Gascony) owed allegiance to the king of France. In 1337, the Great Council of Paris agreed that the duchy of Gascony (Aquitaine) should be returned to France. The 100 Years War was divided into three main parts: The Edwardian Era (1337-1360), the Caroline War (1369-1389), and the Lancastrian Era (1415-1453). During this time, military reforms developed. The use of heavy cavalry fell by the wayside, and a new style of fighting on foot in ranks was instituted. Some military forces were hobelars. A hobelar is a small, lightly armed horse and rider; they were used by Edward of England to enable his troops to move from place to place quicker.