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768
The Carolingian Renaissance
The Carolingian Renaissance stemmed from Charlemagne and this Renaissance caused for manuscripts to be copied and even caused the creation of uppercase and lowercase letters, spaces, etc. Without this Renaissance, we would not know as much as we do today about the past. -
768
Ruler of the Frankish Kingdom
Charlemagne becoming the king of the Frankish Kingdom is obviously a very important point in his life. It led to the conquering of many surrounding neighbors and even being crowned the Emperor of the Roman Empire. Without him becoming the ruler of the Frankish Kingdom history could have been quite different. -
768
The Establishing of the Missi Dominici
During Charlemagne's reign, he established the missi dominici to go to local districts and ensure that they were doing as he wanted. This role made for Charlemagne to have greater control over his kingdom. -
773
Expansion of the Carolingian Empire
During Charlemagne's reign, he took on 54 military campaigns that expanded his kingdom and made it stronger as a whole. His military power even led to him being crowned Emperor of the Romans. -
800
Becoming the Emperor of the Romans
Charlemagne became the king od the Romans by the power of Pope Leo and that symbolized the fusion of Roman, Germanic, and Christian elements.
