What Did Charlemagne Do While In Power As King?

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What Did Charlemagne Do While In Power As King?

Throughout history, there have been many good and bad rulers, from the bravery

of Alexander the Great, to the madness of Nero. None, however, helped

shape European feudalism like Charlemagne, King of the Franks, First of the Holy

Roman Emperors. His advancements in government were not his only advancements though. He created an educational system for his people. While far behind the public and private educational systems of today, in the 8th and 9th century, it was a start. He also helped spread Christianity throughout Europe.

Charlemagne was born on April 2, 748, possibly in Herstal in Belgium or Aachen in Germany. His father, Pepin the Short, was the palace mayor, or principal official, of Childeric III, king of the Franks, although he in fact held real power rather than the king, who was largely ineffectual.

In 751, having received the pope's permission to become king, Pepin removed Childeric and had himself anointed king with holy oil. This ceremony was repeated by Pope Stephen II in 754 when Charlemagne and his younger brother, Carloman, were also anointed as kings, although they did not take