Naval Strategy, 1340
The English determined their naval strategy for their forthcoming campaign in the Hundred Years War on 23rd January 1340. It was a strategy based on assumptions. The preparations paved the way for the naval clash…
Dan Moorhouse
25th January 1327 – Edward III assumes crown of England
Edward III was proclaimed successor to his father, Edward II, by the Chancery on 24th January 1327, with his accession to be effective from the following day. Edward acceded to the throne as a result…