The Battle of Tours took place in October 732 near Tours, France. It was a significant conflict between the Frankish forces, led by Charles Martel, and the invading Muslim army from the Umayyad Caliphate. The battle marked a turning point in European history, as it halted the northward expansion of Islam into Western Europe. Charles Martel's victory at Tours is often credited with preserving Christianity in Europe. The battle demonstrated the effectiveness of the Frankish military tactics and solidified Martel's power, leading to the eventual rise of the Carolingian Empire.