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, conquests, and personal life. Best suited for upper graders 9-12.

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medieval europe, medieval history, charlemagne, the dark ages

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charlemagne, dark ages, medieval europe, new roman empire, social studies

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