Siege of Harfleur, 19 August-22 September 1415

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Henry V's first military action after resuming the Hundred Years War was the siege of Harfleur, an important town at the mouth of the river Seine. The town was well fortified, and was able to hold for six weeks, during which time Henry's army was weakened by dysentery. The battle of Agincourt occurred on Henry's march from Harfleur to Calais.

See Also: Books on the Middle Ages - Subject Index: Hundred Years War

How to cite this article: Rickard, J. (29 August 2000), Siege of Harfleur, 19 August-22 September 1415, http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/battles_harfleur.html

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