This is History: A Dynasty to Die For Season 6 | 3. The Hundred Years’ War
Dec 10, 2024
Uncover the grim tale of Jeanne de Devion, executed for her crimes, which reveals the harsh realities of medieval justice. Dive into a chilling narrative of poison and forgery that shaped England's monarchy during the Hundred Years' War. Explore the political intrigue surrounding Robert of Artois's daring escape, and learn how it influenced relations between England and France. The simmering tensions escalate as Edward III stakes his claim to the French throne, igniting a conflict that would change Western Europe forever.
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Jeanne de Divion's Execution and Robert's Escape
- Jeanne de Divion was executed for poisoning, forgery, and conspiring with Robert of Artois.
- Robert fled to England and influenced Edward III's decision to wage war against France.
The Hundred Years' War's Catalyst
- Historians often seek cause-and-effect relationships to explain complex events like wars.
- Many 14th-century observers attributed the Hundred Years' War to Robert of Artois's influence on Edward III.
Robert's Asylum and Edward's Motives
- Robert of Artois fled France after Jeanne de Divion's execution, seeking refuge in England from King Philip VI.
- Edward III welcomed Robert, viewing him as a valuable asset against David II of Scotland, whom Philip was harboring in France.