The signing of the Treaty of Verdun

1989-11-09

The Treaty of Verdun is signed, dividing the Carolingian Empire into three kingdoms and shaping the future of Europe.

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Lothair I

Frankish King

Lothair I was one of the grandsons of Charlemagne who signed the Treaty of Verdun, which divided the Carolingian Empire into three kingdoms. As the eldest surviving son, he received the central portion, known as Middle Francia.

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Charles the Bald

Frankish King

Charles the Bald, another grandson of Charlemagne, played a significant role in the Treaty of Verdun by receiving the western kingdom of West Francia. His reign marked a crucial period in the development of medieval France.

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Louis the German

Frankish King

Louis the German, the third grandson of Charlemagne, received the eastern kingdom of East Francia as part of the Treaty of Verdun. His reign contributed to the eventual formation of the Germanic states.

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