The Salian Franks were a group of Germanic tribes that played a significant role in the early medieval history of Europe. They settled in the region that is now northern France and western Germany around the 3rd century AD. The Salian Franks are known for their military prowess and their eventual establishment of the Frankish Kingdom, which laid the foundation for modern France and Germany. One of the most notable leaders of the Salian Franks was Clovis I, who united the tribes under his rule in the late 5th century. Clovis converted to Christianity, which helped to strengthen his power and influence. The Salian Franks are often credited with the transition from Roman rule to the rise of medieval kingdoms in Western Europe.