Europe & colonial empiresEurope
Samo's realm
Also known as Samo's Empire
Samo's realm was the first recorded union of Slavic tribes, led by Samo, described by the chronicler Fredegar as a Frankish merchant. He led the Slavs against the Avars and defeated the Frankish king Dagobert I at Wogastisburg in 631 or 632. The union seems to have broken up after his death.
Key facts
| Dates | 623 CE – 658 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | tribal union |
| Founder | Samo |
| Religion(s) | Slavic paganism |
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.