Among those killed Killing in the battle was a relatively obscure Frankish commander , Roland , whose death elevated Cause_change_of_position_on_a_scale him and the paladins , the foremost warriors of Charlemagne 's court , into legend , becoming Becoming the quintessential role model for knights and also greatly influencing Influence the code of chivalry in the Middle Ages .

The battle is recounted Statement in the 11th century `` The Song of Roland '' , the oldest surviving major work of French literature , and in `` Orlando Furioso '' , one of the most celebrated Social_event works of Italian literature .

It took place Process_start at the Stade Roland Garros from 26 May to 9 June .