Treaty of Brétigny

The Treaty of Brétigny, signed in 1360, was a significant agreement during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. It marked a temporary halt in hostilities, with England gaining control over large parts of France, including territories like Aquitaine. In exchange, the English King Edward III agreed to renounce his claim to the French throne. The treaty aimed to establish peace, but it ultimately failed to resolve ongoing conflicts, leading to renewed warfare in the years that followed. It highlighted the complexities of medieval politics and territorial disputes.