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The Destruction of Charlemagne's Legacy

Gone Medieval

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Fragmentation and Conflict in Charlemagne's Legacy

This chapter examines the division of Charlemagne's empire after his death and the emergence of three separate kingdoms led by Carolingian leaders. It highlights the impact of the Treaty of Verdun and the ensuing civil warfare, particularly the Battle of Fontenoy, which exposed deep-seated familial and moral conflicts within the Frankish aristocracy.

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