Battle of Arques

BelligerentsFrance
EnglandCatholic LeagueCommanders and leadersHenry IV
Roger WilliamsCharles of LorraineStrength 8,000 men
5,250 men 35,000Casualties and losses Heavy Heavy

The Battle of Arques occurred on 15–29 September 1589 between the French royal forces of King Henry IV of France and troops of the Catholic League commanded by Charles of Lorraine, Duke of Mayenne, during the eighth and final war (1585–1598) of the French Wars of Religion. It was a victory for Henry IV.