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The Destruction of Charlemagne's Legacy

Gone Medieval

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The Battle of Fontenoy and the Fractured Frankish Empire

This chapter explores the Battle of Fontenoy and its dramatic effect on the Frankish empire, revealing deep-seated rivalries and the futility of healing internal rifts. It examines the Treaty of Verdun's impact on the fragmentation of Charlemagne's legacy and its role in shaping modern European nations.

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