charlemagne

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"Why Charlemagne was considered a great leader"

The fall of the Roman Empire triggered an era in history known as the "Dark Ages." The Empire had been divided and taken over by barbarian tribes from the North and East. There was much disunity and chaos. There was little government, trade, or intellectual activity during this barbarian period. These tribes had no social order or unifying language. In addition, they did not understand Roman culture. In spite of these conditions, a ruler emerged from these tribes that proved to be a formidable leader, who created a mighty empire. From 768-814, a king named Charles ruled the Frankish Empire. He was called "Charlemagne" meaning Charles the Great. Historians have written for years about why this man rose from the confusion of the period to be a great leader.

The great Frankish king Charlemagne was the pivotal figure in this first Europe. Franks were a Germanic tribe that succeeded to the broken pieces of the western empire. Position was enhanced by Charlemagne's immediate predecessors, his grandfather Charles Marlter and father Pepin, who established the claim of his house to the Frankish throne.#

Standing 6 foot, 3 1/2 inches tall, Charlemagne, of lofty nature, was l

Charlemagne got along very well with other countries. He gained the good will of several kings and nations throughout his reign. Charlemagne was very well like by the King of the Persians. When Charles' ambassadors were sent to the most holy sepulchre and place of resurrection of our Lord and Savior, presented themselves before him with gifts, and made their master's wishes known. He granted what they asked and gave possession of that holy and blessed spot. The Emperors of Constantinople, Nicephorus, Michael, and Leo made advanced to Charles, and sought friendship and alliance with him by several embassies. Having as many friends and allies as Charlemagne, this could only be of benefit to him. These close ties with many countries enhanced his reputation as he was only known as good in these places and the word spread, many liking him.#

The Carolingian Renaissance was one of Charlemagne's greatest achievements. Much of Charlemagne's income was spent on the establishment of centers of learning. One such center was the famous palace school at Aachen under the direction of the learned English scholar Alcuin.#

Charlemagne allied himself closely with the popes as his father Pepin had once done. Leo III was driven out of his papal throne in Rome by a mob in 799. Charlemagne was the first to march in and restore the pope to back to office. Charlemagne was later rewarded by the pope and on Christmas Day, 800, Leo III placed a jeweled crown on his head. Charlemagne was now known as "Emperor of the

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