Yes, Charlemagne's grandfather, Charles Martel, defeated the Muslim forces at the Battle of Tours in 732. This decisive victory halted the northward expansion of Islam into Europe and is often credited with preserving Christian dominance in the region. While Charlemagne himself did not participate in this battle, it set the stage for his later reign and the consolidation of power in the Frankish Empire.
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