The Fall of Rome Podcast

18: The Warlords of Northern Gaul and the Rise of the Franks

May 11, 2017
Explore the rise of the Franks in northern Gaul as warlords navigate the disintegration of the Roman Empire, leading to the formation of modern-day France. Learn about the transformation of the region into a playground for warlords and the complex dynamics between the Frankish Kingdom and Roman generals. Discover the militarization, instability, and social-economic conditions in this violent environment as ruling families become the new military aristocrats.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Rise of the Franks and Their Impact on Gaul
02:21 • 16min
3
Exploring the Convenience of Audiobooks and Other Sponsors
17:57 • 3min
4
Instability and Militarization in Northern Gaul
20:27 • 11min
5
The Rise of Warlords and the Frankish Kingdom
31:48 • 2min
6
The Complex Dynamics of the Salient Franks
33:53 • 16min