How are so many medieval buildings still standing today? And, how did ancient builders learn such skills? Discover the amazing feats of medieval engineers with part 11 in a 15-installment History of Science series. The narrator describes...

Part eight of this nine-part series on the Dark Ages focuses on the rein of King Charlemagne. He attempted to lift Europe out of the dark and into enlightenment through education and religion. Watch and learn about his 46 year rein,...

Did you know we can credit Charlemagne with the invention of the question mark? During the reign of Charlemagne, there was a revival of classical learning. Charlemagne knew he had to rebuild Europe and bring stability to the region. He...

The fall of the Roman Empire left a power void in Europe. Learn about Charlemagne who filled that void and how he established his empire. This video discusses his background and the relationship between the papacy and monarchs. [7:49]

Brief overview of Charlemagne and his coronation in 800. Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker. [7:49]

A brief introduction to Charlemagne's military campaigns and the cultural revival that he supported. Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker. [11:35]