Harfleur
Britishnoun
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And Debbie Harry Potter, the inspirational king who used the power of necromancy and electro-pop to defeat the French at Harfleur.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 17, 2012
It had rained during the siege of Harfleur, too.
From New York Times ● Jun. 27, 2012
Nor could he speak, as Douglas MacArthur could, like Henry V before Harfleur.
From Time Magazine Archive
Having first obtained the command of the sea by a naval victory over the French and Genoese, a landing was duly effected near Harfleur.
From Ancient and Modern Ships. Part 1. Wooden Sailing Ships by Holmes, George C. V.
The only certainty is, that King Henry and his friends are now in France; that Harfleur surrendered a few weeks ago, and that he is marching through the land with banners displayed.
From Agincourt The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX by James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford)
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