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The French Knight’s Guide to Corporate Culture

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Build-Up to Battle: Crecy Unfolds

This chapter examines the critical moments leading to the Battle of Crecy, contrasting the desperate yet motivated English forces with the well-equipped French knights. It delves into themes of pride, military strategy, and the dynamics of group behavior, illustrating how individual choices can influence collective outcomes in warfare.

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