The Rest Is History 321: Hundred Years' War: A Storm of Swords (Part 4)
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Apr 13, 2023 The Black Prince’s fierce campaigns in Aquitaine are at a crossroads as he battles illness and financial strain. The chaos after the Battle of Poitiers spurs peasant uprisings and exposes the crumbling French monarchy. Lavish spending by captive King Jean II contrasts starkly with France's economic troubles. Discover how the Hundred Years' War reshapes English society, instigating social change and a shifting power dynamic. The narrative culminates with reflections on legacy, as key historical figures are woven into a rich tapestry of warfare and valor.
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King John's Lavish Captivity
- King John II of France, captured at Poitiers, lived lavishly in London.
- He bought whale meat, an organ, and six ermine-trimmed hats for his jester.
France's Disintegration
- France disintegrated after Poitiers as Charles the Bad bullied the Dauphin.
- He emptied Parisian prisons and raised an army in Normandy, sparking civil war.
The Jacquerie's Terror
- The Jacquerie, a peasant uprising, briefly terrorized French nobility.
- One nobleman was roasted and his family forced to eat him before being killed themselves.
