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Battle of Sluys
English and French warships locked in combat at Sluys (LEcluse) : almost the entire French fleet is destroyed Date: 24 June 1340
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The Battle of Sluys, fought on the 24th of June, 1340, was a pivotal moment in the Hundred Years War between England and France. This historic print depicts the climactic moment of the battle as English and French warships engage in fierce combat at the narrow entrance to the port of Sluys, also known as the 'Ecluse.' The English fleet, led by King Edward III, is shown on the left side of the image, with their longships and galleys locked in battle with the French fleet on the right. The French fleet, almost in its entirety, is depicted being destroyed, with sinking ships and boats filling the water. The English victory at Sluys marked a significant turning point in the war, as it prevented a French invasion of England and boosted English morale. The Battle of Sluys was a major naval engagement, with both sides fielding large fleets. The English fleet consisted of over 100 ships, while the French fleet numbered around 200. The battle took place in the shallow waters of the North Sea, making it a challenging and intense fight. The English longships, with their shallow draft and maneuverability, proved to be particularly effective in the narrow waters of the Ecluse. The print provides a vivid and dramatic representation of the Battle of Sluys, capturing the intensity and chaos of the combat between the two fleets. It is a testament to the naval warfare of the medieval period and the strategic importance of the English victory at Sluys in the broader context of the Hundred Years War.
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