Islam and Christianity
Battle of Tours o 732 AD. Muslim armies entered France. o Christian warriors led by Charles Martel defeated the Muslim army.
Charlemagne o Grandson of Charles Martel o He reunites much of the old Western Roman Empire. o Rules for 46 years. o Fights the Muslims.
A Christian Emperor o 800 AD, Pope calls on Charlemagne for aid. He answers and in gratitude, the pope declares him Emperor of the Romans.
Rule Under Charlemagne o Appoints nobles to powerful regions. n Their purpose is to maintain upkeep of roads and hear grievances of the people.
o Revived the Latin language for the rich and the clergy.
Charlemagne Dies o He dies in 814 AD and shortly after his death the empire he created falls apart. o Muslim attacks still continued till the 900’s. o The Vikings are responsible for ending Charlemagne's empire.
Quiz o What year is the battle of Tours? o What are two things Charlemagne did? o What language does Charlemagne revive? o What people destroy the last of his empire?