Between borders: Franks, Danes, and Abodrites in the trans-Elben world up to 827
Daniel Melleno
This article examines the 804 decision by Charlemagne to cede territory beyond Elbe Slavic confederacy known as Abodrites. In so doing attempted create a stable buffer along Carolingian empire's northern border, in large part security against growing power of Danes. Using textual and archaeological evidence this demonstrates ways which Abodrite between Franks Danes influenced political cultural development Slavs set stage for series major showdowns first three decades ninth century.
Early Medieval Europe