Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (2 of 9) Henrie the Fift, Prince of Wales, Sonne and Heire to Henrie the Fourth

"Chronicles of England, Scotland and Ireland (3 of 6): England (2 of 9)" by Holinshed is a historical account written in the late 16th century. This volume focuses on the reign of Henry V of England, detailing the significant events, battles, and reforms during his rule. It offers a deep insight into the political, social, and military landscape of early 15th century England, emphasizing the intricacies of power and governance, as well as the interactions between English and Scottish entities. The opening of the text begins with the inauguration of Henry V, who ascended to the throne after the death of his father, Henry IV. The narrative chronicles the promising start of his reign, characterized by his immediate efforts to establish his authority amidst noblemen’s homage and the challenges he faced, including the tensions stemming from Scotland and France. Significant events such as the king's commitment to reforming the governance of his court, his initiatives to correct the moral decay previously associated with his early princely life, and the stirring conflicts with his enemies highlight the complexities of leadership during turbulent times. This section sets the historical foundation for the detailed accounts of Henry's military campaigns and political maneuvers that followed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Raphael Holinshed was an English chronicler, who was most famous for his work on The Chronicles of England, Scotlande, and Irelande, commonly known as Holinshed's Chronicles. It was the "first complete printed history of England composed as a continuous narrative". The Holinshed Chronicles was a major influence on many Renaissance writers, such as Shakespeare, Spenser, Daniel and Marlowe.