Battle of Morlaix
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The Battle of Morlaix was fought in Morlaix on 30 September 1342 between the Anglo-Breton and Franco-Breton forces in Brittany. The Anglo-Breton under English command besieged the town, but a Franco-Breton relief force arrived. The English constructed a strong defensive position. After repeated attacks, the French forced the English to retreat into the woods, and the French force then withdrew.
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Battle of Morlaix | |||||||
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Part of the Breton War of Succession | |||||||
Map showing disposition of English forces during the battle. | |||||||
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House of Montfort, Brittany Kingdom of England |
House of Blois, Brittany Kingdom of France | ||||||
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Earl of Northampton |
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