Posted on Oct 10, 2023

Charles The Hammer At Tours

MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.

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Stemmed the tide of Muslim invasion of Europe on 10 Oct. 732 AD

Charles The Hammer At Tours

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MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.

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ILLUSTRATIONS: (1) Charles "the Hammer" Martel at the Battle of Tours. (2) Franks and Muslims clash at the Battle of Tours. (3) Franks ride down Muslim warriors fleeing from the battlefield at Tours. (4) Franks tear into a formation of Muslim warriors at Tours. (5) Duke Charles "the Hammer" Martel rains blows on the heads of Saracens.

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SGT Robert Urbaniak

7 mo

I have heard of him, but not that familiar with this battle. Thanks once again for a terrific history lesson.

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MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D.

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SPC (Join to see) - No. It's about Roland during the reign of Charlemagne in a 778 AD battle. See: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Song_of_Roland

Song of Roland - Wikipedia

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MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D. - Hi Dale. I remember that we read and discussed "The Song of Roland" in a survey (chronologically) of world literature class. Tours was in 732 C.E. and Roncevaux Pass, 778 C.E. Not too far apart in years. . . .

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CPT Gurinder (Gene) Rana

7 mo

Great discussion and excellent history here. The engagement of the audience essays MAJ Dale E. Wilson, Ph.D. and his ability to spark inclusion in his discussions. Outstanding Dale.

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