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Germanic Peoples

From the second to fifth centuries a series of German tribes migrated across Europe, initially moving into the lands of the Roman Empire before forming their own kingdoms.

Germania 395 - 774

This series of small histories tackles each 'tribe' individually and features some useful maps.

History of the Germanic Peoples

This history covers the second to the late fourth centuries.

The Germanic Invasions of Western Europe

Supported by maps and source materials, this essay on the Germanic migrations into 'Roman' Europe maintains a scholarly tone throughout.

The Germanic Nations

This site features brief studies on seven Germanic peoples as well as the Avars and the Huns.

The Germans

A history of the Germanic peoples from the first wave of their migrations until the era of Merovingian rule.

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