Edward III’s Main Argument
Edward III first based his claim on the idea that he was the closest male relative to the last French king who could inherit...
The French Royal Family
To understand this claim, we must look at the royal family of France. King Philip IV of France, also known as Philip the Fair,...
Background of the Conflict
During the reign of King Edward II of England, there was another attempt by France to weaken English control over Aquitaine. This situation was...
