24 October 1360 Posted on October 23, 2012 by Staff The Treaty of Brétigny is ratified at Calais, ending the first phase of the Hundred Years’ War. Famous Words of Inspiration..."I think men who have a pierced ear are better prepared for marriage. They've experienced pain and bought jewelry." Rita Rudner — Click here for more from Rita Rudner Related posts: 24 October 2002