Richard Wadge Book order

Remarkably, the first book about this decisive battle in the Hundred Years War

In August 1424 the armies of England, Scotland and France met in the open fields outside the walls of Verneuil in a battle that would decide the future of the English conquests in France.

How the Medieval English developed their battle-winning archery skills

The military archer's significance in the late medieval period is explored through the impact of the longbow, pivotal in English victories at Crecy and Agincourt. Richard Wadge delves into the manufacturing processes of longbows and the rigorous training of archers capable of drawing immense tension. The book also examines the economics of supplying these archers and the social implications of joining England's first professional army since Roman times, highlighting the allure of pay, plunder, and honor in shaping the lives of soldiers during this transformative era.