Battle+of+Golden+Spurs

=Battle of Golden Spurs=

Bruges
With a failed attempt by the Flemish army to take over Courtrai, the French and Flemish military began battle on the outskirts of Kortrijk. The battle began on an open field on July 11, 1302. It was the Flemish resistance to break free of French control. Once the Flemish had defeated the French and gained their independence, the Flemish military stole all of the French golden spurs. They had stolen so any golden spurs that it gave the battle it’s name.

The French and Flemish militaries started battle so the Flemish could gain their independence. Flemish forces forbade the law, to not capture French men, and they did it anyway. The Flemish killed every Frenchmen they could find, this is known as the Brugse Metten (Bruges Matins). This battle is notable for showing the importance of a well thought, strategically planned war ethic.

This battle was crucial for Belgium. Since this all took place on historical Belgium grounds, the battle date of the war is celebrated as a way to notice those who fought for Belgium. Today, people can still see the work of Hendrik Conscience, who wrote //The Lion of Flanders//, which is all about the Battle of Golden Spurs.