Pepin was Charlemagne’s father. This painting depicts the Battle of Poitiers ... Soon after becoming king, he conquered the bulk of mainland Europe, including the powerful Lombards (in present ...

Historical records (like the biography written by Charlemagne's courtier Einhard) indicate that the king may have walked ... bachelor's degree in English and art history from New York University.

Art, architecture and literature ... The Frankish king also inspired future leaders, such as Napoleon Bonaparte, who saw Charlemagne's reign as an ideal example of imperialism.

Given Charlemagne’s shroud is complete, researchers believe the cloth in Westminster Abbey is a separate piece that was produced by the same weavers and loom. The silk bag encloses the king’s ...

Here are 13 facts about the first Holy Roman Emperor. 1. His father wasn’t born a king. Charlemagne’s father, Pepin III—often called Pepin the Short—was mayor of the palace (administrator ...

Sharon Stone was left 'completely stunned' by the revelation that she is descended from Charlemagne – the former king who transformed Europe. During her appearance on PBS's show 'Finding Your ...

However, as Charlemagne had more children and signaled that another, younger son would be chosen as heir, Pepin became entwined in a conspiracy to overthrow his father as king in 792. While other ...

He might be notable, I guess, but hardly famous. It is much more fun to think that I am a bloodline descendant of Charlemagne. And in 1999, Joseph Chang gave me permission to think that way.

Charlemagne is known as “the father of Europe,” and little wonder. The Frankish king and conqueror was crowned emperor by the pope on Christmas Day in 800, and thus the Holy Roman Empire came ...