Military & Warfare

Flemish Victory at the Battle of the Golden Spurs

In a significant clash, the Flemish cities formed a coalition and confronted the royal army of France, led by King Philippe IV. The battle took place near Kortrijk, where the well-organized and motivated Flemish forces managed to inflict a decisive defeat on the French troops. This confrontation was marked by the Flemish forces' innovative tactics as they utilized their knowledge of the terrain to gain an advantage over the heavily armored French knights. The victory boosted the Flemish collective identity and resistance against French rule.

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