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by James Titterton.
Softcover (7.25×9.75 inches). 96 pages. 2025.
Subtitle: Philippe Augustus and the Battle for France
The battle of Bouvines was a meeting engagement between King of France Philippe and a coalition of English, Flemish, and German troops. According to the text, it is a rare set-piece medieval battle.
The French Army was marching when French Bishop Guerin decided to mount a scouting party to the flank. He found the coalition army marching on an intercept course and sent back for troops.
The battle is described in some detail. While the OOB is well documented for the French, the OOB for the coalition is more guesswork than listed in medieval sources. Still, the reconstruction of the OOB and the flat and open nature of the terrain will allow you to recreate the battle on the tabletop.
The booklet contains one black and white photo, 22 color photos, 39 color illustrations, three black and white illustrations, five color maps, two color 3D maps, and three color two-page action illustrations.
It’s another good Campaign volume.
Enjoyed it.
— Reviewed by Russ Lockwood
