the Alemanni

The Alemanni were a group of Germanic tribes that inhabited parts of present-day Germany, Switzerland, and France during the early centuries of the Common Era. They played a significant role in the history of the Roman Empire, often engaging in conflicts with Roman forces. Their name is believed to derive from the Germanic word meaning "all men," signifying a coalition of tribes. The Alemanni were influential in shaping the region's cultural and political landscape, especially during the migration period (approximately 300-700 AD), and they eventually contributed to the formation of the early medieval state of Alemannia.