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    19 SEPTEMBER 1356

    Dec 29, 2020 2 minutes

    01 THE BATTLEFIELD IS REACHED

    Edward moves his forces towards Tours when he learns that the French under King Jean are approaching from the north. Unable to cross the River Loire, Edward retires southwest towards Poitiers. The French pursue and reach Poitiers on Sunday 18 September. Both sides prepare, and the English advance to a better defensible position.

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