Treaty of Brétigny

In retrospect, it is seen as having marked the end of the first phase of the Hundred Years' War (1337–1453) as well as the height of English power on the European continent.

[2] In response, Edward, who wished to yield few of the advantages claimed in the abortive Treaty of London the year before,[3] besieged Rheims.

[4] After the English army attempted a futile siege of Paris, Edward marched to Chartres,[5] and discussion of terms began in early April.

[16] He died in captivity in 1364[17] and was succeeded by his son, Charles V. In 1369, on the pretext that Edward III had failed to observe the terms of the treaty, the king of France declared war once again.

[18] In the following years, French forces were involved in battles against the Anglo-Navarrese (Bertrand du Guesclin's victory at Cocherel on 16 May 1364) and the Bretons.