Historical Events
Battle of Poitiers
English forces under Edward the Black Prince defeat French at the Battle of Poitiers and capture the French King John II during the Hundred Years' War
Famous Deaths
- Gautier de Brienne, Duke of Athens, French supreme commander, dies
- Geoffroy de Charny, French nobleman, dies in battle
- Jean de Clermont, French marshal, dies in battle
- Peter I, Duke of Bourbon, killed at the Battle of Poitiers (b. 1311)
1356 Highlights
About September 19, 1356
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 667 years and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Virgo
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