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The Impact of the Battle on France
Loss of French Nobility
The Battle of Poitiers was a disaster for the French. Many of their best knights and nobles were killed or captured....
After the Battle of Poitiers
Ransoming Prisoners
After the battle, the English had captured many French knights, lords, and soldiers. They followed the knightly rules of war by treating their...
The English Army Moves Toward Poitiers
Preparing for the Journey
After the battle, the English army had many prisoners, riches, and captured goods. They needed to travel carefully to ensure everyone’s...
The Influence of Chivalry on Society
To understand the effects of chivalry, we must ask whether the violent spectacles and tournaments it promoted truly helped to civilize society. When death,...
The Real Danger of Tournaments
In the tournaments of chivalry, the danger of combat was a central part of the spectacle. Knights risked life and limb in public displays...
The “Pas d’Armes” and Its Dangers
Another popular practice in chivalry was the pas d’armes, or “passage of arms.” In these events, a group of knights would set up their...
Achievements in the Struggle Against Infectious
Achievements in the Struggle Against Infectious and Parasitic Diseases in the People’s Republic of Bulgaria
The People’s Republic of Bulgaria has made great progress in...
Organisation and Systematic Assistance in Public Health
Radiation Hygiene and Health Protection in Bulgaria
The organisation of public health in Bulgaria is based on systematic assistance, planning, and preventive care. One important...
District and National Hygiene and Epidemiological Services in Bulgaria
Specialized Functions of District Inspectorates
The district inspectorates of hygiene and epidemiology carry out specialized public health work in several areas. These include:
Epidemiology – monitoring...
Jewish Settlement under Antiochus III
The Jewish community in Sardis became even stronger during the rule of the Seleucid king Antiochus III the Great. He ruled from 223 to...
