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Louis of Anjou and the Second House of Naples
Louis of Anjou was the founder of the second house of Anjou in Naples. He was adopted by the celebrated Joan of Naples, apparently...
End of the Battle of Poitiers
The Battle of Poitiers, fought on September 19, 1356, was one of the most remarkable events of the Hundred Years’ War. Even though the...
Ransoming the Prisoners
After the supper, every soldier returned to his lodging, taking the prisoners they had captured with them. That same night, many of the prisoners...
How the Black Prince Entertained the French King
The Prince’s Respect
After the battle, the Black Prince treated the captured French king with great respect. He personally served the king at supper, showing...
Consequences of the Battle of Poitiers
A Major French Defeat
The Battle of Poitiers was a severe loss for France. Many French knights and soldiers were killed, and the king was...
The English Return to Bordeaux
Caring for Prisoners and Riches
After the battle, the English army had many prisoners and valuable treasures. They could not move quickly because they had...
Fear of Knowledge and Power
In the past, many rulers believed that knowledge was dangerous. They felt that if people learned even a little, the system of oppression would...
The Role of the Nobles’ Retainers
The retainers of the nobility were men who served powerful lords and shared in their military life. Because many of them were of similar...
Reflection and the Weakening of Authority
Everything that teaches people to think, reflect, and compare ideas naturally weakens systems of absolute authority. When individuals begin to question and examine the...
Role of Microregional Dentists
Microregional dentists play a very important role in Bulgaria’s primary health care system. Their work focuses on maintaining good oral health and preventing dental...
