The Battle of Agincourt took place on October 25, 1415, during the Hundred Years' War between England and France. The English army, led by King Henry V, faced a much larger French force. Despite being outnumbered, the English used longbows effectively, which played a crucial role in their victory. The battle is famous for the English archers' skill and the muddy battlefield, which hindered the French cavalry. The English won decisively, capturing many French nobles and boosting English morale. This victory solidified Henry V's reputation and is celebrated in English history and literature, notably in Shakespeare's play, Henry V.