Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 95 summary
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In Chapter 95, King Arthur traps Lucius’s army at Sessoyne, kills the emperor in single combat, and wins the battle when the Romans flee. He cares for his dead and wounded, then sends the enemy leaders’ bodies to Rome as tribute, warning its rulers against making any further demands.
What happens
- An escaped senator urges Lucius to withdraw, but Lucius rejects his advice and sends Sir Leomie ahead with an army.
- Arthur receives secret intelligence, captures Roman strongholds, and positions his forces to prevent Lucius from escaping Sessoyne.
- Arthur kills Galapas, Sir Gawaine kills three admirals, and both armies struggle for the advantage.
- Lucius wounds Arthur’s face, but Arthur kills him with Excalibur, causing the Roman army to flee.
- Arthur pursues the defeated army, arranges burials for his men, and orders treatment for the wounded.
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What to notice
Arthur connects his victory to his refusal of Roman demands. Sending the bodies makes that refusal a direct threat.
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What causes the Roman army to flee?
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