The Hundred Years War Collection

colour - printed wood engraving of Joan of Arc
2603954 colour - printed wood engraving of Joan of Arc; (add.info.: Joan of Arc (c1412 - 1431) French patriot and martyr, wounded and captured while trying to relieve Compiegne

He formed a little regiment of two or three hundred children of his age (colour litho)
976009 He formed a little regiment of two or three hundred children of his age (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bertrand du Guesclin thrown by his horse and captured by Sir John Chandos, Battle of Auray, 1364 (colour litho)
976007 Bertrand du Guesclin thrown by his horse and captured by Sir John Chandos, Battle of Auray, 1364 (colour litho) by Semant

"All the women of France will spin their distaffs to pay my ransom"(colour litho)
976002 " All the women of France will spin their distaffs to pay my ransom" (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bertrand du Guesclin and two of his companions disguise themselves as woodcutters to capture the Castle of
976000 Bertrand du Guesclin and two of his companions disguise themselves as woodcutters to capture the Castle of Grand-Fougeray, 1354 (colour litho) by Semant

Bertrand du Guesclin takes the town of Mantes, 1364 (colour litho)
975999 Bertrand du Guesclin takes the town of Mantes, 1364 (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertrand du Guesclin takes the town of Mantes, 1364)

Bertrand du Guesclin, en route from Bordeaux to Paris, receiving the continuous acclaim of the people (colour litho)
975996 Bertrand du Guesclin, en route from Bordeaux to Paris, receiving the continuous acclaim of the people (colour litho) by Semant

Bertrand du Guesclin, French military commander (colour litho)
975994 Bertrand du Guesclin, French military commander (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertrand du Guesclin, French military commander)

"We will observe the truce if you observe it, we will break it if you break it"(colour litho)
976010 " We will observe the truce if you observe it, we will break it if you break it" (colour litho) by Semant

He jumped onto the table, breaking glasses, plates and bottles (colour litho)
976003 He jumped onto the table, breaking glasses, plates and bottles (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: He jumped onto the table, breaking glasses)

Bertrand du Guesclin haranguing the leaders of the Grand Companies (colour litho)
975997 Bertrand du Guesclin haranguing the leaders of the Grand Companies (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info)

Van Artevelde at his door (engraving)
966061 Van Artevelde at his door (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Van Artevelde at his door)

Wedding of Bertrand du Guesclin and Tiphaine Raguenel (colour litho)
976006 Wedding of Bertrand du Guesclin and Tiphaine Raguenel (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wedding of Bertrand du Guesclin and Tiphaine Raguenel)

Bertrand du Guesclin leaves riding an old mare (colour litho)
976001 Bertrand du Guesclin leaves riding an old mare (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertrand du Guesclin leaves riding an old mare)

Bertrand du Guesclin abandoned by his Bretons (colour litho)
975995 Bertrand du Guesclin abandoned by his Bretons (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertrand du Guesclin abandoned by his Bretons)

Bertrand du Guesclin captures the Captal de Buch at the Battle of Cocherel, 1364 (colour litho)
976011 Bertrand du Guesclin captures the Captal de Buch at the Battle of Cocherel, 1364 (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bertrand du Guesclin lowers his lance before his father to signify his refusal to fight him, Rennes
976005 Bertrand du Guesclin lowers his lance before his father to signify his refusal to fight him, Rennes, 1337 (colour litho) by Semant

He wrestled one of the combatants who had already won twelve times (colour litho)
976004 He wrestled one of the combatants who had already won twelve times (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bertrand du Guesclin struck on the head by a stone at the Siege of Melun, 1359 (colour litho)
975998 Bertrand du Guesclin struck on the head by a stone at the Siege of Melun, 1359 (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of Auray, from Chroniques de Bretagne by Alain Bouchard, published 1514
XJF294030 The Battle of Auray, from Chroniques de Bretagne by Alain Bouchard, published 1514 (woodcut) by French School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Color - printed wood engraving of Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc (c1412 - 1431) French patriot and martyr, wounded and captured while trying to relieve Compiegne, then under siege by the Burgundians - 1430. Color - printed wood engraving c1860

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"The Hundred Years War: A Tale of Heroism, Strategy, and Captivating Moments" Marshal de Sancerre's bold move as he had the hostages brought to the foot of the walls - a testament to his unwavering determination. Witness the extraordinary sight of a little regiment formed by two or three hundred children under Marshal de Sancerre's command - proving that bravery knows no age. Bertrand du Guesclin's fateful capture by Sir John Chandos at the Battle of Auray in 1364 - a moment that would shape their destinies forever. "All the women of France will spin their distaffs to pay my ransom" - an iconic declaration from du Guesclin, showcasing his indomitable spirit and loyalty to his country. Du Guesclin and his companions' daring disguise as woodcutters to capture the Castle of Grand-Fougeray in 1354 - a brilliant display of cunning strategy. The triumphant moment when du Guesclin takes control over Mantes in 1364, marking another significant victory for French forces against English domination. En route from Bordeaux to Paris, witness du Guesclin receiving continuous acclaim from adoring crowds along his path - a true hero celebrated by all. Immerse yourself in the captivating image of Bertrand du Guesclin, an esteemed French military commander whose leadership skills were unparalleled (colour litho). "We will observe the truce if you observe it; we will break it if you break it" – echoing du Guesclin's firm stance on maintaining peace during turbulent times (colour litho). Experience the chaos as du Guesclin jumps onto a table during intense negotiations, shattering glasses, plates, and bottles – illustrating his fiery temperament (colour litho). Witness Bertrand du Guesclin's powerful speech, haranguing the leaders of the Grand Companies.