Redbad

Definition

Redbad, the king of Frisians (c. 680- c. 719) was known in early medieval history for his contribution to keeping the ardent nature of the Frisian culture alive. He refused to convert to the new religion and fevered the followers of the pagan ways to revolt. During his reign, the enormous uprisings led to the dominion of the Frisian kingdom.

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  • c. 523
    Finn, king of Frisians, rules Frisia.
  • c. 633 - c. 709
    Life of Archbishop Wilfried.
  • c. 635 - 714
    Reign of Pepin II aka Pepin of Herstal.
  • c. 658 - 739
    Life of Saint Willibrord, an Anglo-Saxon missionary.
  • 672 - 754
    Life of Saint Boniface.
  • c. 680 - c. 719
    Reign of Redbad, king of the Frisians.
  • 716
    Redbad, the King of Frisians leads a campaign to Cologne.
  • 718 - 741
    Reign of Charles Martel.
  • 768 - 814
    Charlemage reigns as King of the Franks.
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