The Frankish kingdoms, 814–898: the West
Janet L. Nelson
In July 843, the Treaty of Verdun was agreed between Lothar, Louis and Charles: it a trade-off competing interests those Carolingians also their men. Carolingian family politics have predominated. They provide context in which other themes can be considered. From king's point view, Scandinavians' impact serious. It depleted royal treasury largest single payment reign. Clearly enmeshed with is history regna within Charles Bald's realm. Charles' realm just that: regnum Karoli. Aquitaine politically most important component Regna. Italy East West Frankish kingdoms had by contrast continuous histories since 843. did not fragment further 888. Francia, deposition Fat resulted from uncertainties over succession play faction. west abandoned for reasons.
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