Hotspur (Noun)
Meaning 1
English soldier killed in a rebellion against Henry IV (1364-1403).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Henry Percy, known as Hotspur, was a skilled military leader who led the rebellion against Henry IV of England.
- Hotspur's boldness and martial prowess made him a respected figure among the English nobility.
- Hotspur's father, the Earl of Northumberland, played a crucial role in planning the rebellion that would ultimately claim his son's life.
- Despite being outmanned and outgunned, Hotspur's forces put up a fierce resistance against the royal army at the Battle of Shrewsbury.
- Hotspur's untimely death in the battle dealt a crushing blow to the rebellion, ultimately securing Henry IV's hold on the throne.