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Carolingians in crisis: the medieval civil war that shaped Europe

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This chapter explores the pivotal events of the 841 AD Battle of Fontenois, a key conflict in the civil war amongst Charlemagne's grandsons. It examines the political fragmentation of the Carolingian Empire and the lasting implications of the battle on Europe's political landscape.

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