Kingdom of the Franks

The Kingdom of the Franks was a powerful medieval empire established by the Franks, a Germanic tribes group, around the 5th century. It played a key role in shaping early European history, especially through the rule of Charlemagne in the 8th and 9th centuries, who united much of Western Europe. The Franks contributed to the development of feudal society, Christian culture, and legal systems. Their kingdom eventually evolved into modern France and Germany. The Franks were known for their military strength, cultural influence, and for laying the groundwork for Western European civilization during the early medieval period.