The Battle of Bouvines
History: KS3, topic 2.4.4
The Battle of Bouvines
The Battle of Bouvines was a devastating failure for King John. It showed his weakness as a leader.
The rebellion of the lords of Lusignan
- In 1201 AD, the lords of Lusignan rebelled against King John. The rebels were supported by King Philip of France.
- In 1202 AD, King Philip of France invaded Normandy (in France) and attacked the English.
King John’s response
- In response, King John launched a campaign to conquer Normandy.
- King John funded this by taxing his noblemen. This was a very unpopular move.
- King John’s military campaign was unsuccessful. In 1214 AD, King John lost the Battle of Bouvines.
Outcome of the Battle of Bouvines
- As a result, King John had to pay 20,000 marks and was forced to give lands to King Philip of France. King Philip also demanded that he should be named Richard I’s heir.
Test yourself on The Battle of Bouvines
When did the lords of Lusignan rebel against King John?