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An important one. In happened at Tours, France. Europe was in the darkest of the dark ages, very disorganized and poor. Islam, a hundred years after their Prophet's death, was a vigorous and aggressive army, carrying all before it. Muslims conquered the native peoples of North Africa, swept through Spain, destroying the Chirstian kingdoms there, and plunged deep into France, set on conquest of all Europe.
At Tours, they were met by a determined force of Franks, led by Charles Martel ("The Hammer") and turned back. It was the "high-water mark" for Islam in the West, although it would be another seven and a half centuries (untill 1492) that they were finally expelled from Spain.
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What happened in the battle of graveline?
The Battle of Gravelines was two battles that both occurred in 1558. The first Battle of Gravelines was fought on July 13, 1558, at Gravelines, near Calais, France, Spain defeated France. In August, 1558, the Spanish Armada was defeated by the English.
What is the name of the city in France where the English defeated the French in 1356?
The Black Prince (Edward of Woodstock) defeated the French on September 19, 1356, in the battle of Poitiers.
Who won the battle of tours in 732?
At the Battle of Tours; a Christian army commanded by Charles Martel defeated an invading Muslim army commanded by Abdul Rahman Al Ghafqi.
What country defeated Muslims at the battle of tours?
Remember this saying, "In 732 at the battle of Tours, Charles Martel defeated the Moors." He was king of the Franks.
What is the signifiicance of the battle of tours in 732?
It was important as it stopped the spread of Islam (the Muslim belief) and let Christianity continue flourishing. If not for the Christians winning, the primary religion of the United States would be Islam.
