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Podcast: New Books in Western European Studies
Episode: Michael Livingston, "Agincourt: Battle of the Scarred King" (Bloomsbury, 2023)
Description: Agincourt is one of the most famous battles in English history, a defining part of the national myth. This groundbreaking study by Michael Livingston presents a new interpretation of Henry V's great victory.King Henry V's victory over the French armies at Agincourt on 25 October 1415 is unquestionably one of the most famous battles in history. From Shakespeare's “band of brothers” speech to its appearances in numerous films, Agincourt rightfully has a place among a handful of conflicts whose names are immediately recognized around the world.The English invasion of France in 1415 saw them take the Fren...