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Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers. Octuber 732. Miniatur
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Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers. Octuber 732. Miniatur
Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers. Octuber 732. Miniature of Great Chronicle of France. Chateau of Chantilly. France
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This stunning miniature from the Great Chronicle of France, housed at the Chateau de Chantilly in France, depicts the pivotal Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers, which took place in October 732. The confrontation between the Frankish army, led by Duke Charles Martel, and the invading Islamic forces of the Umayyad Caliphate, under the command of Abdul Rahman Al Ghafiqi and his Berber and Arab allies, is considered a turning point in European history. The miniature vividly illustrates the intensity of the battlefield, with soldiers from both sides engaged in fierce hand-to-hand combat and archery skirmishes. The Frankish army, clad in armor, charges towards the Muslim forces, with their banners unfurled. The Islamic soldiers, wearing turbans and flowing robes, wield shields and swords, determined to defend their invasion of Europe. The Battle of Tours marked the end of the Moorish expansion into Europe and prevented the Islamic conquest of the Frankish kingdoms. The victory was a significant boost to the morale of the Franks and their European allies, including the Lombards, Austrasians, Burgundians, and Swabians. The event is also seen as a precursor to the eventual Christian Reconquista of Spain from the Moors. This exquisite miniature is a testament to the rich artistic traditions of the Middle Ages and offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the struggle between the Christian and Islamic worlds during this critical period in European history.
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