Charlemagne (c.747-814CE) (jan 1, 747 – jan 1, 814)

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Spreading Christianity:
Charlemagne used military conquest and close ties with the Pope to convert conquered peoples and strengthen the role of the Catholic Church across Europe.

Promoting Education:
He encouraged learning and literacy through the Carolingian Renaissance, setting up schools in monasteries and cathedrals to educate clergy and nobles.

Feudalism System:
To manage his vast empire, Charlemagne granted land (fiefs) to loyal nobles and family members (including his sons), which helped create the early structure of feudalism—land in exchange for loyalty and service.

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