Frankish Kingdoms

The Frankish Kingdoms were a group of territories in Western Europe during the early Middle Ages, primarily ruled by the Franks, a Germanic tribe. Established around the 5th century, they became prominent under leaders like King Clovis I, who united various tribes and converted to Christianity. The kingdom expanded through conquests and alliances, notably reaching its height under Charlemagne in the 9th century, who created the Carolingian Empire. After Charlemagne's death, the empire fragmented into smaller kingdoms, laying the groundwork for modern France and Germany, significantly influencing European culture, politics, and religion.