18 May 1302Bruges MatinsJacques de Chatillon
The French governor loses control of Bruges during the uprising.
Historical records for France in 1302, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
The French governor loses control of Bruges during the uprising.
The French heavy cavalry is defeated by Flemish infantry caught in the mud. 700 Spurs are from the French Knights by the Flemish infantry, "battle of the Spurs"
The French defeat at Courtrai sharply weakens Philip IV's effort to absorb Flanders.
Defeat at the Battle of Courtai finally ends the absorbtion of Flanders into France
Defeat at the Battle of Courtai finally ends the absorbtion of Flanders into France
Captures Flanders, which then rebels & takes on France at the Battle of Courtai
The 1st opening of the Estates General
The 1st opening of the Estates General
Summons the First Estate for support
French control in Flanders triggers renewed resistance that culminates in the campaign around Courtrai.
Defeat at the Battle of Courtai finally ends the absorbtion of Flanders into France
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