Really excited about a new programme about the wars between England and France in the Middle Ages, labelled as The Hundred Years War (they last more than a hundred years by the way.) New series starts tomorrow night on BBC4 at 9pm, and I understand the first part will focus on the Battle of Crecy of 1346, a crucial turning point in military history because of the new weapons and tactics used. English forces were led by King Edward III, and his eldest son Edward, known as the Black Prince. If you are in Leeds to visit the Armouries (see previous post) go and see the Black Prince's statue outside the station in Leeds - you can't miss it.
New BBC4 series 9pm MONDAY
Background on Hundred Years War