Historical eventMarch 241387

Hundred Years' War

Hundred Years' War: An English fleet led by Richard Fitzalan attacked 250 to 360 French, Flemish and Castilian vessels in the Battle of Margate.

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When
Sunday, March 24 1387639 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
14th century · 1380s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Dates: From 1387.

What happened

Hundred Years' War: An English fleet led by Richard Fitzalan attacked 250 to 360 French, Flemish and Castilian vessels in the Battle of Margate.

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When did Hundred Years' War happen?

March 24 1387 — 639 years ago, on a Sunday.

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