France

• Edward had planned to invade France in 1468 and had raised taxes to pay for it but he abandoned these plans
• in 1475 Edward again collected taxes as England expected a real and glorious war with France
• Edward had robes made for his coronation as King of France
• He had alliances with Burgundy and Brittany to combine their strength against the King of France
• Brittany and Burgundy failed to provide the promised support leaving Edward isolated
• Edward met Louis at Picquigny to agree a treaty. they came up with a 7 year truce, Edwards eldest daughter married Louis' son and France payed Edward a large payment to bribe his army home.
• Louis payed £15,000 immediately and £10,000 per year
• France got rid of their treaty once they made a treaty with Burgundy