Kingdom of France

The Kingdom of France during the medieval period (approximately 5th to the 15th century) was a powerful and influential monarchy in Western Europe. It began with the Frankish king Clovis I and evolved through dynasties such as the Carolingians and Capetians. France was characterized by feudalism, with lords governing land and vassals providing military service. The kingdom faced challenges from internal conflicts and external threats, including invasions and wars, notably the Hundred Years' War with England. By the late medieval period, France began to unify and strengthen its centralized power, paving the way for the Renaissance and the early modern state.