Castillon

Castillon refers to the Battle of Castillon, fought on July 17, 1453, near the town of Castillon in southwestern France. It marked a significant event in the Hundred Years' War between England and France. French forces, led by Jean Bureau, used innovative artillery tactics to defeat the English, effectively ending English territorial ambitions in France. This battle signaled the decline of English power in the region and solidified French control, paving the way for France's emergence as a unified nation. The victory at Castillon is often considered a turning point in French military history.