Armies of Plantagenet England, 1135 1337: The Scottish and Welsh Wars and Continental Campaigns

The Plantagenets' ascent to the English throne in 1154 marked a new historical phase in the British Isles, characterized by numerous wars between the Kingdom of England and the Celtic nations of Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. This period saw the English armies incompletely conquer Wales and establish only footholds in Ireland, while Scotland remained independent and ready to contest the Plantagenets' possession of northern England. The two centuries between the rise of the new dynasty and the beginning of the Hundred Years War were marked by a series of wars that ravaged feudal England. Gabriele Esposito's book covers these conflicts, following the campaigns of Richard the Lionheart and his younger brother, who was defeated at the Battle of Bouvines. It also analyses the conquest of Wales and the First Scottish War of Independence, featuring William Wallace as a prominent figure. The book provides detailed descriptions of the organization and equipment of all troop types considered, accompanied by color images of reenactors to bring these forces to life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 30 July 2022
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

The Plantagenets' ascent to the English throne in 1154 marked a significant turning point in British history, ushering in a period characterized by numerous wars between the Kingdom of England and the Celtic nations of Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. During the reign of the Norman kings, the English armies had yet to fully conquer Wales and had only made limited inroads into Ireland. Scotland remained independent and was determined to challenge the Plantagenets' control over northern England. As a result, the two centuries between the rise of the new dynasty and the onset of the Hundred Years' War were marked by a series of devastating conflicts that ravaged feudal England.

Gabriele Esposito delves into these wars, chronicling the campaigns of Richard the Lionheart, as well as those of his younger brother, who was defeated on the continent at the pivotal Battle of Bouvines. The conquest of Wales is examined in depth, highlighting the pivotal role played by William Wallace in the First Scottish War of Independence. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the organization and equipment of all the troop types involved in these conflicts, meticulously detailing their structure and armaments. Furthermore, it is lavishly illustrated with color images of reenactors, bringing these historical forces to life in vivid detail.

The ascent of the Plantagenets to the English throne in 1154 marked a significant turning point in British history, ushering in a period characterized by numerous wars between the Kingdom of England and the Celtic nations of Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. During the reign of the Norman kings, the English armies had yet to fully conquer Wales and had only made limited inroads into Ireland. Scotland remained independent and was determined to challenge the Plantagenets' control over northern England. As a result, the two centuries between the rise of the new dynasty and the onset of the Hundred Years' War were marked by a series of devastating conflicts that ravaged feudal England.

Gabriele Esposito delves into these wars, chronicling the campaigns of Richard the Lionheart, as well as those of his younger brother, who was defeated on the continent at the pivotal Battle of Bouvines. The conquest of Wales is examined in depth, highlighting the pivotal role played by William Wallace in the First Scottish War of Independence. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the organization and equipment of all the troop types involved in these conflicts, meticulously detailing their structure and armaments. Furthermore, it is lavishly illustrated with color images of reenactors, bringing these historical forces to life in vivid detail.

The Plantagenets' ascent to the English throne in 1154 marked a significant turning point in British history, ushering in a period characterized by numerous wars between the Kingdom of England and the Celtic nations of Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. During the reign of the Norman kings, the English armies had yet to fully conquer Wales and had only made limited inroads into Ireland. Scotland remained independent and was determined to challenge the Plantagenets' control over northern England. As a result, the two centuries between the rise of the new dynasty and the onset of the Hundred Years' War were marked by a series of devastating conflicts that ravaged feudal England.

Gabriele Esposito delves into these wars, chronicling the campaigns of Richard the Lionheart, as well as those of his younger brother, who was defeated on the continent at the pivotal Battle of Bouvines. The conquest of Wales is examined in depth, highlighting the pivotal role played by William Wallace in the First Scottish War of Independence. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the organization and equipment of all the troop types involved in these conflicts, meticulously detailing their structure and armaments. Furthermore, it is lavishly illustrated with color images of reenactors, bringing these historical forces to life in vivid detail.

Dimension: 246 x 172 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399008358