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The Battle of Tours

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The Key Events and Implications of the Battle of Tours

The chapter examines Duke Odo's successful flanking maneuver at the Battle of Tours, resulting in the retreat of the Umayyad army and the death of their leader Abdul-Rahman. It delves into the aftermath of the battle and its historical significance for Islamic expansion in Europe and the rise of the Carolingian dynasty.

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