Henry of Monmouth, Volume 2 Or, Memoirs of the Life and Character of Henry the Fifth, as Prince of Wales and King of England

CHAPTER XXI.

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1415.

Preparations for invading France. -- Reflections on the Military and Naval State of England. -- Mode of raising and supporting an Army. -- Song of Agincourt. -- Henry of Monmouth the Founder of the English Royal Navy. -- Custom of impressing Vessels for the transporting of Troops. -- Henry's exertions in Ship-building. -- Gratitude due to him. -- Conspiracy at Southampton. -- Prevalent delusion as to Richard II. -- The Earl of March. -- Henry's Forces. -- He sails for Normandy. Page 119