The Battle Of Tours: The Muslim Empire's Shocking Defeat By The Frankish Kingdom

#battle of Tours, also known as the Battle of #Poitiers. In this #captivating #episode, we delve into the clash between the Frankish Kingdom, led by the legendary #charles #Martel, and the mighty #umayyad #caliphate , under the command of Abdul Rahman Al Ghafiqi. Discover the #strategic #brilliance, the #fierce tactics, and the monumental stakes that unfolded on that fateful day.

Step into the heart of the conflict as we unveil the motivations behind this epic clash. Witness the Umayyad Caliphate's insatiable hunger for #expansion and their quest to dominate Western Europe. Explore the defensive strategy employed by Charles Martel and his #Frankish #warriors, as they sought to protect their kingdom against overwhelming odds.

Experience the thrill of the battlefield as we delve into the role of the infantry and the expert archers who turned the tide of the fight. Marvel at the resilience and unwavering determination of the Frankish forces, forming an impenetrable shield wall, repelling the relentless charges of the Umayyad cavalry.

But it was the decisive moment, a daring maneuver, that forever altered the course of history. Witness the breathtaking Frankish flank attack that shattered the Umayyad #forces, leaving them in disarray and paving the way for an extraordinary #victory .

Discover why the Battle of Tours holds an indelible place in history, as it halted the Umayyad Caliphate's ambitions and ensured the survival of #western #europe. This clash of #empires changed the trajectory of #civilization itself.

So buckle up, history enthusiasts, as we embark on this enthralling journey through the annals of time. Uncover the legends, the strategies, and the untold stories of the Battle of Tours. Join our community of passionate history lovers and hit that subscribe button to never miss an episode. Together, let's keep unraveling the captivating tapestry of our shared past.

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[pieterotten]

Possibly the most important battle in the history of western civilization

[chrisnichols]

I bring this up when people talk about the Crusades and have no idea that Islam was in Europe 350 years before the first Crusade got started.

[TirabintaToktik-hzlx]

Long live the defenders of Christianity 🔥🔥🔥

[olafweinzer]

Second Sobiesk from Poland, please. Polish pilots defending London in WW2 and the Polish King defeating the Ottoman Empire. Poland should be valued much more by Europeans.

[jimsyal]

Charles The Hammer, a champion for the West!!!

[victoruri]

All this sacrifice and today the EU opens the door for the same invaders... wake up>

[toothpick]

I still use B.C. and A.D. and always will

[johndavenport]

A slight change. Charles had a small kingdom but was able to rally other kingdoms for the battle. If the west had not come together they would have lost. A lesson for today as Muslim expansion is already "inside the wire".

[backpressure]

Imagine if Charles Martel and Khalid lived during the same time. Their battle would have been a sight to behold.

[luvmykiev]

Very interesting short and sweet. You have a new subscriber Sir, look forward to your future content 👍

[daviddouglas]

and yet islam takes europe now without firing a single shot.

[danielcarson]

A Tours invasion of Muslims now what was Paris

[FaithfulOfBrigantia]

"Spanish Muslim force" is an oxymoron.
The Muslims forces were levies from Arabia and North Africa, there were no Spanish natives in the muslim army, at least not yet, this was soon after the Invasion of Spain there hadnt been any integration whatsoever.
Also, the actual Spaniards had already defeated the Muslims at Covadonga and established the Kingdom of Asturias. So the Spaniards (meaning native Iberians, as modern Spain didnt exist for at least 1000 more years) were already there in the Peninsula fighting against the Moors, they were not the Moors.

And finally, by 732 there still wasnt a Caliphate of Cordoba yet. Most of Iberia was occupied by Ummayad Caliphate.
After the Caliphate was formed sure you can talk about the "Spanish Muslims" since the Caliphate of Cordoba was in Spain, and contemporary sources often used "Spanish" to designate he Muslim part, while using "Galician" to designate the Christian part.
But by 732 there was no such Caliphate in Iberia yet

[stanbatakarata]

Respekt for Great King Charles Martel but real saved Europa Bulgarian ruler Tervel and Bizantyne Emperator Leo3 sige Constantinopol 717-718. Defend 100k Mighty arabian army

[ElenaAshe]

Using C.E. as a time reference is idiotic. From what does it get its reference point? It’s still basically from Christ’s birth.

[Bowl_of_roses]

Tours is a town - Touraine is the area.

[atrides]

Byzantines succeed much more greatest victories! And much more importance

[UncleTravelingWayne]

This video is only about 20% correct about the battle, and oversimplifies what actually took place. About the only thing it gets correct is the names of the two commanders.

[robertotamesis]

Their war horses don't handle well craggy up hill landscape.

[Spring]

Nobody seems to notice this whole thing is made by AI.