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The Early Middle Ages, 284-1000 - Charlemagne and the Carolingian Dynasty - Lecture 19

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This lecture examines the origins and development of the Carolingian dynasty, emphasizing its political legitimacy through war leadership, Christian rule, and the legacy of Rome. It concludes with Charlemagne’s coronation and his role in shaping Europe as a political and cultural expression.

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- Chapter 1. Introduction .
- Chapter 2. The Last Years of the Merovingians.
- Chapter 3. Establishing Carolingian Legitimacy.
- Chapter 4. Charles Martel and Pepin the Short.
- Chapter 5. Charlemagne.

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    An interesting deep dive into this period of European history and ultimately the crowning of Charlemagne by the pope of Rome and in many respects the birth of Europe
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