The Siege of Meaux was fought in 1422 between the English and the French. The English were led by King Henry V. Henry became ill while fighting this long battle, which took place during the winter months. He died on August 31 as a result. Events August 31 - Henry VI becomes King of England. ... Henry V, (August 9 or September 16, 1387 – August 31, 1422), King of England (1413-1422), son of Henry IV by Mary de Bohun, was born at Monmouth, Wales, in August or September 1386 or 1387. ... August 31 is the 243rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (244th in leap years), with 122 days remaining, as the final day of August. ...