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  1. Joyeuse - Wikipedia

    Joyeuse (pronounced [ʒwajøz] ⓘ; Old French: Joiuse; meaning 'joyous, joyful') was, in medieval legend, the sword wielded by Charlemagne as his personal weapon. A sword identified as …

  2. Joyeuse: The Legendary Sword of Charlemagne - Ancient Origins

    Nov 16, 2025 · The Joyeuse sword spans centuries of royal ceremonies and is believed to have been wielded by Charlemagne himself. From ancient myths to modern fascination, it's an …

  3. Joyeuse: The Legendary Sword of Charlemagne - Seven Swords

    May 5, 2025 · Joyeuse, the fabled sword of Charlemagne, stands as one of history’s most iconic weapons. Steeped in myth and royal tradition, this blade has been revered for centuries as …

  4. Joyeuse the Legendary Sword of Charlemagne in the Louvre

    Joyeuse is the French Excalibur sword, much like the legendary Excalibur of King Arthur; it symbolizes the divine right of kings and the mystical power attributed to their rule.

  5. The Sword of Charlemagne: Joyeuse's Legacy, Magic, and …

    Joyeuse features prominently in medieval literature, particularly in “The Song of Roland,” an 11th-century epic poem. This work integrates the sword into the narrative of heroism and chivalry, …

  6. Joyeuse - World History Encyclopedia

    Mar 1, 2021 · "La Joyeuse" (French for "The Joyous") was the name given to the sword of Charlemagne (l. 742-814 CE) in Medieval legend. This 9th-10th Century CE sword, popularly …

  7. Joyeuse: The Legendary 13th-Century Sword of Charlemagne

    According to legend, Charlemagne’s sword, named Joyeuse (which means “joyful” in French), was forged by the blacksmith Galas, inspired by divinity, over the course of three years. It was …

  8. Unveiling Joyeuse: Charlemagne’s Sword of Gold and Gems

    Jun 7, 2025 · Step into legend with Charlemagne’s sword, Joyeuse — a mythical blade said to shine with power, and one of the most revered legendary swords in history.

  9. Joyeuse - Wikiwand

    Joyeuse (pronounced [ʒwajøz] ⓘ; Old French: Joiuse; meaning 'joyous, joyful') was, in medieval legend, the sword wielded by Charlemagne as his personal weapon. A sword identified as …

  10. Joyeuse: A Tale of the Legendary Sword of Charlemagne

    Nov 5, 2024 · The name "Joyeuse" is said to derive from the Latin word "gaudium," meaning "joy," as the sword was believed to bring victory and happiness to its wielder. It became a symbol of …