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Medieval illuminated painting by Loyset Liedet showing the Battle of Sluys with armored soldiers fighting on crowded wooden ships, some falling into the water, with banners and sails overhead. Charles IV Charles VI of France Henry IV, detail of a manuscript illumination from Jean Froissart's Chronicles, 15th century; in the British Library (Harleian MS. 4380).
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Medieval illuminated painting by Loyset Liedet showing the Battle of Sluys with armored soldiers fighting on crowded wooden ships, some falling into the water, with banners and sails overhead.
Battle of Sluis during the Hundred Years' War Battle of Sluis during the Hundred Years' War, illustration from Jean Froissart's Chronicles, 14th century.

Jean Froissart's Chronicles are a significant historical document from the 14th century, offering a detailed account of feudal times in Europe and the ideals of chivalry. Froissart served various nobles and royalty, traveling extensively and gathering information firsthand. His work primarily details the "honourable adventures and feats of arms" of the Hundred Years' War, covering events from 1325 to 1400 with vivid descriptions of battles, weddings, and funerals. While emphasizing pageantry and courtly traditions, the Chronicles provide invaluable insights into the period, despite containing some historical inaccuracies.12

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