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Charlemagne

How to Take Over the World

CHAPTER

The Rise of Charlemagne: From Merovingians to Carolingians

This chapter explores the historical transition from the Merovingian dynasty to the Carolingian dynasty, focusing on key figures like Charles Martel and Pepin the Short. It highlights Charlemagne's early life, upbringing, and the influences that shaped his future leadership, as well as his significant physical attributes. The narrative intertwines cultural and societal dynamics, reflecting on how the interactions between Germanic tribes and Romans influenced the evolution of civilization in early medieval Europe.

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