Battle of Jargeau
The Battle of Jargeau took place on 11–12 June 1429. It was part of the Loire Campaign during the Hundred Years' War, where the forces of Charles VII of France successfully recaptured much of the region, following their victory at the Siege of Orléans. The battle ended in victory for Charles VII and is notable as Joan of Arc's first offensive battle.
| Battle of Jargeau | |||||||
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| Part of the Hundred Years' War | |||||||
Battle of Jargeau, miniature from Vigiles du roi Charles VII | |||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||
| Kingdom of France | Kingdom of England | ||||||
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Joan of Arc John II of Alençon | William de la Pole | ||||||
| Strength | |||||||
| 3,000 | 5,000 | ||||||
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| Light | Heavy | ||||||
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