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.
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