What the records say
- When
- 978 – 980
- Kind
- War
- Coordinates
- 50.78° N, 6.08° E
- Description
- european war over territory
Placed at the capital of Lotharingia.
Franco-German war of 978–980
West Francia vs. Holy Roman Empire
The Franco-German war of 978–980 was fought over possession of Lotharingia and over personal honour. In the summer of 978, King Lothair of West Francia (France) launched a surprise attack on Aachen, almost capturing the Emperor Otto II, king of East Francia (Germany) and of Italy. By autumn Lothair had returned to West Francia, while Otto had convoked a diet and assembled an army.
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