Land of the Franks

The Land of the Franks was a historical region in Western Europe inhabited by the Franks, a Germanic people, from late antiquity through the early Middle Ages. It roughly corresponds to modern-day France, Belgium, parts of Germany, and the Netherlands. The Franks played a crucial role in shaping medieval Europe, establishing the Carolingian Empire under Charlemagne in the 8th and 9th centuries. Their territory was known for its cultural, political, and military influence, laying foundations for modern European nations. The region's name and legacy persist in terms like France and the Frankish kingdoms that significantly impacted European history.