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Early Middle Ages 500-1500 A.D.

Explore the influence and impact of Germanic tribes on the decline of the Roman Empire, the rise of the Franks, and the reign of Charlemagne in the Early Middle Ages (500-1500 A.D.). Discover the loss of education, the emergence of vernacular languages, the importance of family loyalty, and the significant events that shaped Europe during this period.

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Early Middle Ages 500-1500 A.D.

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  1. Early Middle Ages500-1500 A.D.

  2. Rome fell in 476 A.D. Germanic tribes break down the remnants of Rome

  3. Influence of German Tribes • Decrease in education • Loss of a common language (now people speak in a vernacular language) • Family loyalty more important that loyalty to government… FAMILY FEUD!

  4. The Franks • Only one German state proved to last long- the Franks • Founded by Clovis- began the Merovingian Dynasty • Clovis became Christian in 500 A.D.

  5. During the 7th century, kings lost power and mayors of the palace (major domo) grew in power One example of a major domo is Charles Martel Defeated the Muslims in the Battle of Tours in 732 Franks Lose Power

  6. Charles Martel’s son- also a major domo Fought on behalf of the pope Became king Began the Carolingian dynasty Pepin the Short

  7. Charles the Great • Expanded empire- reunited western Europe • Helped the pope crush an unruly mob • Pope crowned Charlemagne Emperor in 800 A.D. *Dec. 25, 800

  8. December 25, 800 • This date is significant because it joins the Christian, Roman and Germanic worlds! • Also a pope crowned the king!

  9. Who was Charlemagne? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4PI8dEWTGE Charlemagne Revival/ Renaissance https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/medieval-world/latin-western-europe/carolingian1/v/charlemagne-and-the-carolingian-revival Clip on Charlemagne…

  10. Invasions… • Muslims moved in from the south • Magyars moved in from the east • Norsemen moved in from the north *Destroyed central Authority… leads to CHAOS in Europe!

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