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Carolingian Era and the Arts
In 800, Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, was crowned emperor by the Pope. Charlemagne had a fondness for art and education. His goal was to improve the administration of his realm and the teaching of Christian truths. He summoned the best minds to his court to restore ancient Roman learning and to establish a system of schools at every cathedral and monastery (Western Art 172).
Charlemagne made many trips to Italy and fell in love with its architecture and art. When his palace was built, Charlemagne wanted to show the rest of world his role as a Christian ruler. He had his palace modeled after several famous Roman architectural buildings known as the Lateran. This palace became known as the Palace Chapel.
Charlemagne’s reign appeared to be based on honesty and friendship towards other kingdoms. He was very prominent among other kings, who held him in high esteem; the Irish kings referred to him as their lord, and they......

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