Return to Lesson

Hundred Years’ War begins Fact-Matching Game

Turn off ads with a Pro Membership!

Summoning Knowledge...

About This Challenge

In the midst of the Hundred Years’ War that began in 1337, a new game has emerged to test your knowledge and skills.

  • Embark on a journey through history
  • Uncover hidden facts and secrets
  • Challenge yourself with puzzles and clues

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

Need a Hint? View the Facts
  • The Hundred Years' War was a series of conflicts fought between England and France from 1337 to 1453.
  • The war was sparked by disputes over the rightful succession to the French throne.
  • The war was characterized by a series of battles and sieges, as well as periods of truce and diplomacy.
  • The English initially had the upper hand in the war, winning a number of early victories.
  • The war saw the rise of famous military leaders such as Edward III of England and Edward, the Black Prince.
  • The French eventually rallied and began to push the English back, leading to a shift in the balance of power.
  • One of the most famous battles of the war was the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, where the English under Henry V defeated a much larger French force.
  • The war saw the widespread use of the longbow by English archers, which gave them a significant advantage in many battles.
  • The war also saw the use of new tactics and strategies, including the use of gunpowder weapons.
  • The war had a devastating impact on the populations of both England and France, leading to widespread death and destruction.
  • The war saw the rise of nationalism in both England and France, as people rallied around their respective kings and causes.
  • The war also had a significant impact on the economy and society of both countries, as resources were drained and populations were displaced.
  • The war was finally brought to an end in 1453 with the French reconquest of Normandy, effectively ending English territorial ambitions in France.
  • The Hundred Years' War had lasting effects on the political landscape of Europe, contributing to the decline of feudalism and the rise of centralized monarchies.
  • The war also helped to shape the identity of both England and France, with each nation developing a distinct sense of national pride and unity.
  • The conflict between England and France during the Hundred Years' War laid the groundwork for future conflicts between the two nations, including the Wars of the Roses and the Napoleonic Wars.
  • The Hundred Years' War is considered one of the most significant and impactful conflicts in European history, shaping the course of politics, warfare, and culture for centuries to come.
  • The war had a profound impact on the development of military technology and tactics, with innovations such as the longbow and gunpowder changing the face of warfare.
  • The war also saw the emergence of new political alliances and rivalries, as other European powers sought to take advantage of the conflict between England and France.
  • The Hundred Years' War left a lasting legacy of bitterness and resentment between England and France, which persisted for centuries after the war's end.

Need a Refresher?

Return to the Main Lesson
Scroll to Top