Historical Events, Birthdays and Deaths in 561

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Politics & Government

Division of the Frankish Kingdom among Sons

November 29th, 561 1463 years ago

Following the death of King Chlothar I in Compiègne, his four sons, Charibert I, Guntram, Sigebert I, and Chilperic I, divided the Frankish Kingdom into separate realms. This succession marked a significant reshaping of territorial control among the brothers, each governing distinct regions and establishing their own dynastic rules. The division led to the emergence of rivalries that shaped the political landscape of the Merovingian period.

Born in 561

People Who Died in 561

Chlothar I

Frankish king and Merovingian ruler

Died

November 29th, 561 1463 years ago — None years old

Became king of the Franks and ruled from 511 until death in 561. Shared rule with brothers following the death of their father, Clovis I. Unified much of the Frankish kingdom through warfare and political maneuvers. Promoted the spread of Christianity throughout the realm. After a series of battles, established dominance over rival kingdoms and consolidated power across the region during the Merovingian dynasty.