Description: (Bishop of Tours)
Gregory of Tours was a renowned historian and Bishop of Tours in the Merovingian period. He is often hailed as the "father of French history" due to his significant contributions to documenting the history of the Franks. His work, Decem Libri Historiarum, is a crucial primary source for studying Merovingian history. Gregory also extensively chronicled the lives of religious figures, notably Martin of Tours. As a prelate in the Merovingian kingdom, he played a vital role in preserving and disseminating historical and religious events of the era.