Charles Martel: The Battle of Tours, 732 AD ⚔️

The Battle of Tours was a significant military conflict that occurred in 732 near the city of Tours, in modern-day France. Charles Martel, the leader of the Frankish army, was pitted against the Islamic forces of the Umayyad Caliphate, who had recently conquered Spain and sought to expand their territory into Europe.

This battle was a turning point in European history, with the outcome having far-reaching consequences. It ensured the survival of Christianity in Western Europe and stopped the Islamic armies from advancing further into the continent. The historical significance of this clash between two great armies cannot be overstated, and it remains a fascinating topic of study to this day.

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🧾 Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:05 The Umayyads invade Iberia
9:16 The Battle of Tours, 732 AD
14:43 Aftermath

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[DrKarmo]

YES! Early medieval history is so underrepresented, like it's weird how so many people know about the Reconquista but most don't know about Asturias or Pamplona

[RandomNorwegianGuy.]

This might be the most important battle won in European history. If he didn't win, we might not have had the great Charlemagne as Frankish Emperor (what I believe to be the most influencal Man in early Medieval history)

[zhfxmhp]

This great battle probably saved Western Europe from Arabic colonisation ( well except Spain) spain and portugal were already colonised. We Europeans owe Charles a great debt.

[josesuarez]

The Moors did NOT conquer all of the peninsula. Under the leadership of PELAYO at the battle of COVADONGA in 718 A.D., the Muslims were defeated and never able to occupy Asturias. This was the beginning of the glorious RECONQUISTA. ¡Viva España!

[issacmaw]

I was surprised to see the Duchy of Bavaria on this map. Turns out. It has been a duchy as early as 555 AD. Incredible that it was around so long.

[danielsantiagourtado]

Huge fan of the Old Franks, this battle was epic!

[seesytj]

Nice documentary on the Battle of Tours. The Europeans fought the Muslim invaders for centuries, and the Slavic peoples defended Eastern Europe during Islamic attacks. Also, the two battles for Vienna are fascinating.

[qjpcdvg]

I'm so glad that I'm not a Muslim today. Thank you Charles Martel.

[colinbarthelemy]

What an awesome suprise, not hint that this video would be made. Such an amazing time, thank you sir for the hard work what a great stream

[CALZOLA]

Thanks for your video. In France we always used to call this battle "Battle of Poitiers", not "Battle of Tours"

[sheeit-coco]

Looking at the state of France today, it was just a waste of time

[RecoveringAhole]

I must say, I absolutely love the detailed maps you use. They’re seriously next level. Thank you for your work

[MJKW]

Most defeats in battles were result of someone panicking and retreating, hold your ground men! It’s crazy because if they didn’t retreat Abd Al rahman might’ve actually won, but well played Odo he doesn’t get enough credit for this.

[philiplindecker]

A documentary I saw claimed a major factor in Charles victory was disguised Frankish troops ran through the enemy camp, screaming that they'd been defeated. This led to a chaotic retreat.

[MrRobfullarton]

I really enjoy your videos especially those on the Prussian wars. Would you ever do a series or Video on Louis XIV's wars against William III of Orange? Dutch war, 9 Years war, etc Their rivalry and antagonism was one of Modern histories greatest. As an Irishman of mixed Protestant and catholic heritage William III is a figure of both loving and loathing to different communities.

[johnking]

Strange how much this period affects us even today! 👍

[AlejandroLopez-edkj]

Rodrigo was deserted by half his army (Witiza's brothers) in the middle of the battle, which was not by the Guadalete River but by the lagoon of Janda.

Galicia was part of the Visigothic kingdom, I don't know why it appears as a separate entity on the map.

[OhioDan]

Probably the best presentation I've seen on the battle of Tours and the events leading up to it.

[calvacoca]

Very interesting. Thanks 👍
I knew about the Charles Martel's victory in Poitiers. But didn't knew what had happened before and after.
The reconquest of the iberian peninsula was another epic history.

[MatheadGaming]

Thanks ! I`m not very familiar with this time-period in history, this was great to watch.