Main idea:
Many Germanic kingdoms that succeeded the Roman Empire were reunited under Charles empire
Charles spread Christian civ. throughtout northern Europe, where many of us come from.
Middle Ages = medieval period
500 - 1500 AD
Medieval Europe is fragmented
D. A European Empire Evolves
1. Franks control largest European kingdom
a, The Roman province formerly known as Gaul
b. Ruled by Clovis - The Merovingian Dynasty
2. Major domo - mayor of the palaces - ruled the kingodom
3. Charles Martel - Charles the Hammer
a. Extended the Franks; reign to the north, south and east
b. Defeated a Muslim army from Spain at the Battle of Tours in 732 - historic battle!
Describe how Christianity evolve from an upstart group, into an organized religion.
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