A detailed investigation of the historical, archaeological, anthropological and ethnological evidence and research surrounding the cultures of the Germans and Franks. Siegmund explores modern perceptions, the terminologies of past and present histories and the methodologies used to interpret evidence relating to these cultural groups in early medieval Germany. The study finally examines the nature of the evidence itself, notably ceramics, weapons and dress.A detailed investigation of the historical, archaeological, anthropological and ethnological evidence and research surrounding the cultures of the Germans and Franks.