Historical Events tagged with "pepin II"
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Military & Warfare
Charles the Bald and Louis the German Triumph
June 25th, 841 1183 years ago
Charles the Bald and Louis the German led their forces in a decisive victory against the armies of Lothair I of Italy and Pepin II of Aquitaine at the Battle of Fontenay-en-Puisaye. This conflict arose amid the ongoing power struggles for control over the Frankish empire, and the successful outcome solidified the alliance between Charles and Louis against their common rivals. The battle took place in central France in the context of a fragmented Carolingian Empire, showcasing the intense rivalries and factionalism of the time.
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