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Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers. Octuber 732. Miniatur
Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers. Octuber 732. Miniature of Great Chronicle of France. Chateau of Chantilly. France
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Abdul Advance Al Andalus Aquitaine Arabs Archer Archers Archery Armor Austrasia Batlle Berbers Burgundy Caliphate Chantilly Chateau Confrontation Frankish Franks Gaul Invasion Islamic Lombard Martel Merovingian Moors Muslim Poitiers Rahman Struggle Swabia Tours Umayyad
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Discover the rich history of the Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers with our captivating jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. Featuring the intricately detailed miniature of "Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers. October 732. Miniatur" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle transports you back to the Chateau of Chantilly in France and the pivotal moment in history when Charles Martel defeated the Umayyad army, halting the Muslim invasion of Europe. Immerse yourself in the artistry and history with this challenging and rewarding puzzle experience.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 38x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 38cm (19.8" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning miniature from the Great Chronicle of France, housed at the Chateau de Chantilly in France, depicts the pivotal Battle of Tours or Battle of Poitiers, which took place in October 732. The confrontation between the Frankish army, led by Duke Charles Martel, and the invading Islamic forces of the Umayyad Caliphate, under the command of Abdul Rahman Al Ghafiqi and his Berber and Arab allies, is considered a turning point in European history. The miniature vividly illustrates the intensity of the battlefield, with soldiers from both sides engaged in fierce hand-to-hand combat and archery skirmishes. The Frankish army, clad in armor, charges towards the Muslim forces, with their banners unfurled. The Islamic soldiers, wearing turbans and flowing robes, wield shields and swords, determined to defend their invasion of Europe. The Battle of Tours marked the end of the Moorish expansion into Europe and prevented the Islamic conquest of the Frankish kingdoms. The victory was a significant boost to the morale of the Franks and their European allies, including the Lombards, Austrasians, Burgundians, and Swabians. The event is also seen as a precursor to the eventual Christian Reconquista of Spain from the Moors. This exquisite miniature is a testament to the rich artistic traditions of the Middle Ages and offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the struggle between the Christian and Islamic worlds during this critical period in European history.
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