What are some of France's most spectacular military victories?

Note, I am not an historian, nor a military specialist, and my account of those battles might be quite imprecise or even incorrect. Also, in many cases, I have favored folklore over accurate historical facts. read more

King of a small tribe of Franks, a people that was located near the north of current Belgium, in 481 (at 15) Clovis would start a series of wars from 486 to his death in 511 that would lead him to become king of all the Franks, and to gain control on a area far beyond that of the Frank people, which actually includes most of modern day France. read more

Military history is full of amazing feats, the greatest of these being when victory is achieved despite the odds being stacked against the winning side. These battles tell tales of determination and courage, leading to victories that no one thought possible. read more