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The Merovingians: 'Do-Nothing Kings'?

‘Do-Nothing Kings’? The Merovingians have a reputation for long hair and barbarity. Instead, the dynasty, born out of the chaos of civil war, was one of peace, diplomacy, and bureaucracy.

Instead, the dynasty, born out of the chaos of civil war, was one of peace, diplomacy, and bureaucracy. Somewhere in Germany, during the last days of the Western Roman Empire, it was said that a barbarian queen had a chance encounter with a sea monster while swimming. If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in.

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