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Charlemagne: Uniting Germanic Realms and Shaping Europe

Explore the transformative impact of Charlemagne and the Carolingian Dynasty on Europe after the fall of the Roman Empire. Discover how the Franks, led by Clovis, merged with the Church to wield significant power and influence. Learn why Charlemagne's rule and conquests made him a legendary figure, surpassing even ancient Rome. Uncover the legacy of Charlemagne's empire and the pivotal role he played in shaping Western Europe's history.

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Charlemagne: Uniting Germanic Realms and Shaping Europe

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  1. NoteSheet 13.1 Charlemagne Unites Germanic Kingdoms (pg. 353)

  2. 1. After the fall of the Roman Empire in 476 A.D., what happens to Europe? • Germanic invaders overran the western half of the Roman Empire this warfare changed many things in Western Europe including • Disruption of Trade • Downfall of Cities • Population Shifts • The Decline of Learning • The loss of a common language

  3. 2. Who are the Franks, and how are they connected to the church? • The Franks are a Germanic people that held power in Gaul (France/Switzerland) • Clovis (leader) brought Christianity to the region (eventually led to great power for Catholic Church) • Appealed to the Christian God in battle against another Germanic army… • which they like… Won • The Church welcomed his conversion to Christianity and by 511 Clovis had united the Franks into one Kingdom • Duh he was powerful • The alliance between the Franks and the Church matched to very powerful forces • The Unstoppable Man • And • The Immoveable Object

  4. 3. What is the Carolingian Dynasty, and why is Charlemagne so famous? • Carolingian Dynasty (KAR-uh-LIHN-juhn) • An extension of rule from Clovis to Charlemagne • Charlemagne (SHAHR-luh-mayn) • Built an empire bigger than any since ancient Rome • Conquered East and West while spreading Christianity • By 800 his empire was larger than Byzantine • Was Crowned Emperor • Of Rome … Awareness!!! • After he died guess what happened?

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