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What was the primary cause of Robert's defeat in the Battle of Tinchebray?

  • Lack of resources

  • Untrained soldiers

  • Disagreements with Henry I

  • Overly aggressive strategy

Answer

Disagreements between Robert Curthose and his younger brother Henry I led to the Battle of Tinchebray, which was a decisive victory for Henry. Robert's forces were outnumbered and outmatched, and he was forced to flee the battlefield. The defeat at Tinchebray effectively ended Robert's hopes of becoming king of England, and he was forced to accept Henry as his overlord.
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