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Frankish Civil War (715–718)

715–718 · 8th century

The Frankish Civil War of 715–718 was a struggle for power after the death of the mayor of the palace Pepin of Herstal. Charles Martel, his illegitimate son, fought Pepin's widow Plectrude, the Neustrians under Ragenfrid and King Chilperic II. Charles won at Amblève in 716, Vinchy in 717 and Soissons in 718, becoming master of the Frankish kingdoms.

Battles and settlements

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