843 AD
The Treaty of Verdun divides an empire
Charlemagne's grandsons divide the Carolingian Empire.
- Time period
- 843 AD
- Region
- Europe
- Theme
- Politics
- Civilization
- Carolingian Empire
The Treaty of Verdun divided the Carolingian Empire in 843 among three surviving sons of Louis the Pious. Its settlement created West Francia, Middle Francia, and East Francia.