General characteristics of France in the 7th century.

At the end of the 6th century, three independent regions were formed as part of the Frankish state: Neustria, Austrasia and the Meuse. Thus, power during the 7th century was in the hands of large majordoms, while the royal influence was insignificant. Also, there was a struggle between the mayordoms throughout the century. Only at the end of the 7th century was the Frankish state united by the mayords of Austrasia. Here we should highlight the personality of Pepin of Geristalsky, who became the new leader of the kingdom.