About John Jouel
John Jouel was an English military personnel.
Sir John Jouel (died 16 May 1364) was an English soldier best remembered for his actions against French forces led by Bertrand du Guesclin in the Battle of Cocherel during the Hundred Years' War.
Account of his life French poet and court historian Jean Froissart conveyed a heroic account of Jouel in his chronicles relating to the Battle of Cocherel. In Froissart's writings, Jouel is described as being a bold knight and "performed, that day, many very gallant feats of arms, and never deigned once to retreat."
However, Froissart's writings also revealed a critical error in military judgment made by Jouel, in which he was lured into pursuing Du Guesclin's fleeing forces. The error led to the capture of Jean de Grailly, the Captal (leader) of the Navarrese army causing his force to fall into abysmal disarray.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Jouel?
English soldier
When was John Jouel born?
John Jouel was born in Derbyshire.
When did John Jouel die?
John Jouel died in Pont-de-l'Arche.
What was John Jouel's occupation?
John Jouel was a military personnel.
What nationality was John Jouel?
John Jouel was English.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Jouel. https://biography.guide/john-jouel/
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