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The Agincourt War: A Military History of the Latter Part of the Hundred Years War from 1369 to 1453 Hardcover – January 1, 1991

by Alfred H. Burne (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 45 ratings
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This book concentrates on the English struggle to control French territory, the numerous battles, and the obscure, but important leaders who figured in them.
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  1. Part of series
    Wordsworth Military Library
  2. Print length
    368 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Presidio Pr
  5. Publication date
    January 1, 1991
  6. Dimensions
    5.75 x 1.25 x 9 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1853670871
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1853670879
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Presidio Pr (January 1, 1991)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1853670871
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1853670879
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.21 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 1.25 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 45 ratings

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4.2 out of 5 stars
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Mercedes Rochelle
5.0 out of 5 stars Unique military approach
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2023
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The full title of the author, Lieutenant-Colonel, certainly adds authority to the subject matter of this book. I found it to be refreshingly to the point; innuendos and historians' bias were missing. Only the tactics and strategy mattered, and Burne unashamedly admits that for the most part, we really don't know the exact numbers of participants, nor can we blindly accept passages written by contemporaries—especially if we don't have anything from the other side. At the end of each battle, he gives us an Appendix describing our sources—both contemporary and modern—and special notes such as reconstruction of the battlefield, etc. Many of the battles come with a sketch map.
This book was originally published in 1956, and as Anne Curry writes in the Foreward, there has been much academic research done since then that may give us a broader perspective. Though honestly, I find his approach unique and very helpful, especially given his military background from the first World War. In my research, I will come back and consult this book before I trouble with many more recent volumes.
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Te Bada
4.0 out of 5 stars Outdated
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2017
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Intersting but some errors and out dated
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Thank the Gipper
5.0 out of 5 stars A fine work by an old soldier.
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2010
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Anyone interested in the Battle of Agincourt or the final stages of the hundred years war should avail themselves of this excellent and accurate work. Having served in France during WWII and given his personal review of the Agincourt battlefield some years later, Burne is equipped to draw well founded conclusions about conditions leading to the devastating defeat of the French forces. From the most efficient placement of archers and men at arms to the over-done excuse of mud as a primary contributing factor to the battle's outcome, Burne will increase your knowledge and enjoyment of this extraordinary event in 15th century warfare.
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PA Sheehan
5.0 out of 5 stars 100 Years War - An Important Battle
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2019
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A great source to understand one of
the more important battles of the 100 Years War.
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oakheart
2.0 out of 5 stars Interesting, but also quirky and out of date.
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2006
Burne's writing is clear, but his 1940s English attitude makes for some odd turns of phrase. More troublesome, his penchant for creative interpretation of primary sources leads to some unfounded conclusions. For example, his assertion that English archers were deployed in "wedges" within the overall battle line has been repudiated by historians including David Nicolle and Matthew Bennett. Regardless, Burne ofters an entertaining if not fully accurate read.
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Stephen Russell
5.0 out of 5 stars Really good starting point
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 5, 2018
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Great starting point for anyone interested in this battle and the hundred years way
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A. G. Pearson
5.0 out of 5 stars The classic book on the battles
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2016
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The original and classic analysis of the military aspects of the war - particularly the battles.
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Bikerboy
5.0 out of 5 stars interesting and readable
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2017
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All good great book
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