They were Astolpho, Ferumbrus, Florismart, Ganelon, Maugris, Namo, Ogier, Oliver, Otuel, Rinaldo, Roland, and Geoffrey. ... The Song of Roland suggests that they were Saracens, while other sources suggest that it was the Lombards. In any case this much is known, Ganelon was responsible, and the entire rear guard of Charlemagne's army was destroyed including his nephew and bravest warrior Roland. ...

• Word Count: 1906
• Approx Pages: 8
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• Grade Level: High School