Poitiers AD 732

 Poitiers AD 732

The Battle of Poitiers, also known as the Battle of Tours, took place in 732 AD between the Frankish army, led by Charles Martel, and the Muslim army of the Umayyad Caliphate, led by Abdul Rahman Al Ghafiqi.

The Umayyad Caliphate had been expanding its territory into Europe and had conquered much of Spain, Portugal, and southern France. They were aiming to expand further into Europe and had set their sights on conquering the Frankish kingdom, which was ruled by Charles Martel.

The Frankish army, although heavily outnumbered, managed to defeat the Umayyad army in a decisive victory. The battle is significant because it marked the first major setback for the Umayyad Caliphate in their European expansion, and it halted their advance into western Europe.

The victory of the Frankish army had a significant impact on the course of European history. Had the Umayyad army been successful in their invasion, it would have changed the religious, cultural, and political landscape of Europe. The Battle of Poitiers is often seen as a pivotal moment in the history of the continent, and it helped to shape the future of Europe for centuries to come.

Charles Martel's success in the battle also solidified his position as the leader of the Frankish kingdom and paved the way for his son, Pepin the Short, to become the first Carolingian king of the Franks. The Carolingian dynasty would go on to become one of the most powerful and influential royal families in European history.