Battle of Vouillé

The Battle of Vouill\u00e9, fought in 507 CE, was a pivotal conflict between the Franks, led by King Clovis I, and the Visigoths, under King Alaric II. This battle resulted in a decisive Frankish victory, leading to the death of Alaric II and the loss of most Visigothic territories in Gaul. The Franks annexed Aquitaine, significantly expanding their domain in southwestern Gaul. The Visigoths retained only Septimania, a coastal strip, and focused their rule on Spain, with Toledo as their capital. This Frankish triumph was crucial in Clovis's efforts to unify Gaul and consolidate his kingdom, establishing Paris as his capital and solidifying the foundations of what would become France.123