During the lifetime of Chlodwig and for some years after his death the rule of Balthild seems to have been comparatively peaceful.
The Franks, at this time, were firmly established in Gaul, under the dynasty founded by Chlodwig.
The emperor was fortunate in securing as his successor Prince Chlodwig von Hohenlohe.
Sigbert seems to have inherited the abilities, without the vices, of his grandfather Chlodwig.
Its history, from the beginning, is well illustrated by a tradition current among the people, concerning the mother of Chlodwig.
