Hawkwood’s reputation, already riding high from recent victories when he met the Visconti at Montechiari. But soon afterwards, a change in Gregory XI’s policy would turn the political situationRead More
Theme: John Hawkwood
Hawkwood Omnibus 3 EPs 10-12 - Members Only
Between 1368 and 1375, Hawkwood’s reputation and bargaining power was greatly enhanced. He was becoming a recognised player in Italian politics
JH11 Rising Star - Members Only
A matter of honour and professional pride? Or a contract negotiation? One of Hawkwood’s greatest victories appears not to ease relationships with the Visconti
Hawkwood 10 Cascina 2.0 - Members Only
A wedding, and a return to the scene of his greatest defeat as an independent captain – to Cascina. Would history repeat itself?
Hawkwood 9 Against the World - Members Only
1365-7 were confused years for Hawkwood without a consistent employer, and faced with the Papal anti mercenary league of Urban V – as well as picking up some payRead More
Hawkwood Omnibus 2 EPs 7-9 - Members Only
From 1364 Hawkwood’s status would grow, becoming an untitled head of the English mercenaries in Italy. But his employment was fractured and difficult.
Hawkwood 8 Cascina - Members Only
In 1364, Hawkwood received his full command,and took the Pisan armies out to face the opponents at Florence. The results would be …mixed. Good in parts. Could do better.
Hawkwood 7 Pisa - Members Only
In 1363, Sterz and Hawkwood’s efforts helped bring the Visconti to a reluctant and truculent peace. Ironically they’d just done themselves out of a job. But never mind – theRead More
Hawkwood 6 The Vipers of Milan - Members Only
The Visconti of Milan had risen to power by defeating their local rivals. They constantly sought to use the fabulous wealth of the city to extend their patrimony, often confrontedRead More
Hawkwood Omnibus 2 EPs 4-6 - Members Only
The Pope did what many were forced to do with mercenaries – paid them to go away. Sterz took the White Company to northern Italy to fight for Montferrat, andRead More
Hawkwood 5 A Geographical Expression - Members Only
The Hawkwood into which Sterz led the White Company in 1361 was a patchwork of loyalties, families, political ambitions and trade wars – and it was rich beyond theRead More
Hawkwood 4 Go South, Young Man - Members Only
For 12,000 hardened warriors, Pont St Esprit was the perfect target – owned by the richest man in Christendom, the Pope, and vulnerable. So, a good place to pick upRead More
Hawkwood Omnibus 1 EPs 1-3 - Members Only
John Hawkwood’s reputation, and the little we know about his upbringing and origins, and his introduction to was in the glory days of Edward III
Hawkwood 3 To War - Members Only
The way from hearth son to captain of war
Hawkwood 2 Sible Hedingham - Members Only
The life of a hearth son beckoned. But John Hawkwood was not content with the idea.
Hawkwood 1 Man and Myth - Members Only
How a Condottiere's reputation has ebbed and flowed
14th Century Italy with Mike Corradi - Members Only
What world awaited John Hawkwood in 14th century Italy?
Maps of Italy in the time of Hawkwood
Four maps below, to help you navigate the life and times of John Hawkwood. Political Map of Renaissance Italy Detail Political map of northern Italy The Regions of Italy TheRead More