Under King Henry's Banners: A story of the days of Agincourt

The tale opens amid the restless winds that drive Henry V’s fleet toward the French coast, where the English king’s banners flutter over a gathering army. The narrative captures the tense march toward Agincourt, a clash that will echo through history, while the reader feels the clatter of armor and the whispered hopes of soldiers on the road to battle. Early skirmishes and the looming presence of the French general set a vivid stage for the legendary encounter.

At Warblington Castle, a weary man‑at‑arms climbs a spiraled stair, hoisting the Lysle family banner—a blue field bearing a silver fish and star—against the fog‑laden horizon. He meets a young squire, Arnold Gripwell, whose eager questions reveal the uncertainty of weather, sea, and the delayed French crossing. Their dialogue underscores a world where loyalty, heraldry, and the promise of imminent war intertwine.

Rendered with lively prose and striking illustrations, the story blends historical detail with poetic rhythm, inviting listeners to step into the medieval landscape and feel the anticipation that preceded one of England’s most famous victories.