East Francia

East Francia was a medieval territory that emerged in the 9th century after the division of Charlemagne's Carolingian Empire. It roughly corresponded to modern Germany and parts of neighboring countries. Governed by a series of kings from the Carolingian dynasty, East Francia was characterized by a patchwork of duchies and principalities. Its political landscape was marked by feudalism and power struggles among local lords. By the late 10th century, it became the basis for the Holy Roman Empire, uniting various German territories under a centralized authority. East Francia played a crucial role in shaping European history and culture.