The Frankish ruler Charles Martel (ca. 690-741) reestablished central authority in Francia and constructed a power base on which the Carolingian monarchs founded their empire. To understand the historical importance of Charles Martel ("the Hammer"), it...

(ca. 688/9–741). The founder of the Carolingian dynasty, Charles Martel was the dominant figure of western Europe in the first half of the 8th century. As sole mayor of the palace, he ruled the Frankish kingdom as a virtual monarch, and in his...

Charles MartelCologne – Amblève – Vincy – Soissons – Tours – Avignon – Narbonne – River Berre – Nîmes Charles Martel (Latin: Carolus Martellus, English: Charles "the Hammer") (23 August 686 – 22...

Christmas is an important time of the year for Cognac with more than 36%* of retail sales taking place between November and December. Crispin Stephens, marketing manager for Martell Cognac, comments: "From a customer perspective, there are two good reasons to support...

As owner of a highly successful real-estate development company in his homestate of Massachusetts, Arnie Martel has the wherewithal to compete in any sport he chooses, but his first love has always been drag racing. The five-time national event winner currently operates one of...