Franks

By liz34752
  • Oct 7, 711

    The Muslims/Saracens conquered Spain

    This is important because this is a turning point for the Saracens.
  • Oct 7, 721

    Franks and Aquitanians defeat Arabs

    The Franks and the Aquitanians allied with each other to take down the Arabs in hopes of spreading Christianity.
  • Oct 7, 732

    Charles Martel Defeats the Saracens at the Battle of Tours

    This enables Christianity to survive in western Europe.
  • Oct 7, 734

    Pepin, Charles Martel’s son, becomes the first Frankish king appointed by the Pope himself.

    This is important because it was the first time a Frankish King was recognized by the Pope.

  • Pope Leo proclaimed Charlemagne as the new Roman Emperor.

    He put a crown on his head to show that he was the new King of the Roman Empire.

  • Frankish King, Dagobert defeated the forces of Saxons and Frisians.

    Utrecht falls to the Franks.

  • The Franks defeat Roman Empire.

    This is important because this contributed to the fall of this great empire.

  • Death of Charlemagne

    Charlemagne’s death was very important because it ended an era of great leadership.