Charlemagne

​Charlemagne

How he benefited from the Feudal System and the Roman Catholic Church

Located mainly in what is today France and Germany

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Charlemagnes's empire (king of the Franks)

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Where did The Franks reside?

• France/Germany

• Spain/France

• Italy/Germany

• Germany/Spain

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VOCAB WORD! What does the word Monarchy mean?

• A type of government where a king and queen rule

• A type of government where the people vote for a leader

• A type of government where no one is ruler

• A type of government where a group of wealthy people lead.

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​Monarchy:

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​a form of government that has a single person such as a King or Queen as its ruler.

Charlemagne's legacy is important because not only did he greatly contribute to and benefit from the Feudal System and Roman Catholic Church (which we have already spoke about) but he The way Charlemagne ruled had a big impact on how future European countries would be governed.

Many kings and leaders who came after him looked up to Charlemagne as a model for strong leadership.

​Why him?

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REVIEW: When the Roman Empire split in two, what was the eastern side called?

• Byzantine Empire

• Holy Roman Empire

• Roman Catholic Church

• The Franks

When Rome split in two the eastern half became known as the Byzantine Empire and the west eventually became known as the Holy Roman Empire.

We will talk more about the Holy Roman Empire today ​

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His Empire was so large in order to make his empire easier to rule, Charlemagne divided it into smaller areas where he appointed a noble to lead and who helped keep things in order.

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Charlemagne's Ruling Style

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Charlemagne divided his empire into smaller areas where he appointed someone to lead and who helped keep things in order.

What does this statement represent?

• Nobles in the feudal system

• Peasants in the feudal system

• Knights in the Feudal System

• Slaves in the Feudal System

Charlemagne granted land and titles to his loyal nobles and warriors in exchange for their support. Nobles and knights pledged allegiance to Charlemagne and provided him with military support when needed.

​​Military & Loyalty

By granting land to his loyal followers, Charlemagne could extend his control over a vast empire. These local rulers managed their territories on his behalf, helping to maintain order and collect taxes.

​​Control

The local rulers, known as vassals, were responsible for managing and protecting the lands they received. This system allowed for economic stability and agricultural production, which was vital for the empire's prosperity.

​​Economy

While feudalism typically decentralized power, Charlemagne maintained a strong central authority. He was the ultimate ruler, and his vassals owed him loyalty and service. This central authority helped him maintain control over the entire Frankish Empire.

​​Ultimate Rule

​How did Charlemagne benefit from the Feudal System?

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How was Charlemagne able to use the feudal system to his advantage?

• he was able to get loyalty from his lords and knights who helped him control and extend his empire

• He decentralized power and was able to let other people take more control of his empire

• He did not benefit from the feudal system at all

Because of his leadership style and close relationship with the Pope, Charlemagne was named Emperor of the Holy Roman Emperor

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Charlemagne's Rule Expands

​Charlemagne's alliance with the Church provided him with religious legitimacy. He was crowned Holy Roman Emperor by the Pope, which gave him the aura of divine approval. This made his rule more widely accepted, and people believed that he had a special connection with God.

​​Legitimacy

The Church was a powerful institution during Charlemagne's time, and its support was important for a ruler's success. By working closely with the Church and the Pope, Charlemagne gained political support from both religious leaders and their followers. The Church's backing helped him maintain stability in his empire.

​​Political Support

The Church played a central role in shaping moral and ethical standards during the Middle Ages. Charlemagne aligned himself with the Church's moral teachings, which provided him with a strong sense of moral authority. This helped maintain order and encouraged people to follow the rules and laws he established.

Moral Authority

​How did Charlemagne benefit from the Roman Catholic Church?

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How did Charlemagne benefit from his relationship with the Roman Catholic Church?

• He gained political support and legitimacy.
• He gained military power from the Church.
• He received financial support from the Church.
• He was able to get more knights because of the church

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Charlemagne

Charlemagne was the King of the Franks and the Holy Roman Emperor. often called the "Father of Europe" because he helped unite and strengthen many countries.