Treaty of London (1359) facts for kids
The Treaty of London was an important agreement proposed in 1359. It aimed to end part of the Hundred Years' War between England and France. This treaty came after England won a big battle called Poitiers. In this battle, the English, led by Edward the Black Prince, captured the French king, John II of France. Because their king was a prisoner, the French had to agree to England's demands.
The treaty said that England would get control of a lot of land in western France. This included areas like Normandy, Aquitaine, Calais, and Ponthieu. England would also have power over Brittany. The agreement also stated that France would pay a huge amount of money, four million écus, to get their king back.
Why the Treaty Was Rejected
The French did not like the terms of the Treaty of London. On May 25, the French parliament, called the Estates-General, said "no" to the treaty. They felt that France was giving up too much land to England.
What Happened Next
Because the treaty was rejected, the war continued. Edward III, the King of England, invaded France again in November 1359. He marched from Calais. The French army avoided fighting Edward directly. Edward tried to capture the cities of Reims and Paris, but he was not successful. His army also became weaker.
This situation led both sides to talk again. The English had to agree to new terms that were better for France. This new agreement was called the Treaty of Brétigny. In this treaty, England still received Aquitaine and Calais, but not Normandy or Brittany. The amount of money France had to pay for their king was also made smaller.
See also
- The First Treaty of London
- Hundred Years' War
- List of treaties
