The Great Siege of Rouen 1418 | Hundred Years War (Episode 15)

In this video Blood, Starvation & Suffering | The Great Siege of Rouen, journey back with Kevin Hicks to 1418, when the city of Rouen faced one of the most harrowing sieges in history. Discover what led up to the siege of Rouen as Kevin explores two great sea battles as well as the sieges of Caen and Falaise, and listen as he illustrates the strategies employed by both the besiegers and the besieged, highlighting the pivotal moments that led to the starvation of thousands of citizens and the eventual fall of Rouen.

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