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774 in France

Explore 3 historical events and records for France in 774.

Historical records for France in 774

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April

Easter Visit to Rome

Charlamagne I the Great · Rome · House / House of Carolingian

During the siege of Pavia, Charlemagne visits Rome at Easter and renews his alliance with Pope Adrian I.

June

King of the Lombards

Charlamagne I the Great · Pavia · House / House of Carolingian

After the fall of Pavia and the defeat of Desiderius, Charlemagne assumes the title King of the Lombards.

Other events (month unknown)

Conquest of the Lombard Kingdom

Charlamagne I the Great · Pavia · Warfare / Military

Charlemagne completes the conquest of the Lombard kingdom after a prolonged siege of Pavia.

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