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What happened in 711 when France was invaded?
Charles Martel defeated the Moors/Arabs at Tours.
Why was the battle of tours a turning point in history?
the franks (french) defeated the army of Arbabs and Berberswho had conquered Spain in 711 the franks victory at the battle of Tours enabled Christianity to surive in Western Europe
What were the causes of the Battle of Tours?
It is most often considered to be the European Christian defense against the forces of Islam.
Why was Charles martel nickname''the hammer''?
In October, 732, Charles met Abd-er-Rahman outside of Tours and defeated and slew him in a battle (the Battle of Poitiers) which must ever remain one of the great events in the history of the world, as upon its issue depended whether Christian Civilization should continue or Islam prevail throughout Europe. It was this battle, it is said, that gave Charles his name, Martel (Tudites) "The Hammer", because of the merciless way in which he smote the enemy.
What is was the battle between the Muslims and the franks called?
The Crusades. There were nine crusades between 1096-1272
