Philippe de Mézières

French soldier and author of 'Songe du Vieil Pèlerin'

Philippe de Mézières - French soldier and author of 'Songe du Vieil Pèlerin'
Born

1327
698 years ago

Died

May 29th, 1405
619 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

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A medieval French soldier and author, contributed significantly to literature and military thought. Authored the influential work 'Songe du Vieil Pèlerin,' which combines allegory and personal reflections on knights and chivalry. Participated in various military campaigns during the Hundred Years' War, primarily engaging with English forces. Emphasized the importance of chivalric values and virtues in the context of warfare and peace.

Authored 'Songe du Vieil Pèlerin'

Participated in the Hundred Years' War

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