885-886 · Île de la Cité
Eudes, Count of Paris, Hero of the Defense
Siege of Paris
In 885, the Normans lay siege to Paris, determined to conquer the city. Eudes, the count, prepares to defend his territory.
Gathering of the Troops
Eudes gathers soldiers and citizens, the spirit of resistance strong in every man. Unity is their strength.
Defensive Strategy
He reinforces the city walls and organizes patrols. Every day, he prepares his men for the confrontation.
Difficult Conditions
The siege drags on, supplies dwindle. Yet, the spirit of Eudes and the Parisians remains unbroken.
Attack Plan
Eudes devises a surprise attack to destabilize the Normans, an act of bold bravery.
Successful Counterattack
The surprise attack throws the Normans into chaos. Eudes proves that courage can turn the tide.
Victory and Recognition
After months of resistance, the Normans lift the siege. Eudes is hailed as a hero, a symbol of Paris's defense.