Chlothar II

Death of Fredegund - dies naturally in bed, Chlothar II still child, Brunhilda dominates as grandmother of two kings

Execution of Brunhilda - Chlothar II captures 70-year-old queen, tortured for three days, torn apart by horses

Chlothar II reunites all Francia - last Merovingian to rule united kingdom effectively, issues Edict of Paris

Edict of Paris - Chlothar II grants concessions to nobles and Church, mayors of palace gain power, royal authority weakens

Dagobert I made king of Austrasia - Chlothar's son, last effective Merovingian king, rules from Metz

Death of Chlothar II - Dagobert I inherits all Francia, briefly restores royal power and prestige