| Papers [1-15] of 100 :: [Page 1 of 7] | | Go to page : 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 —> | Search results on "CHARLEMAGNE CAROLINGIAN EMPIRE": |
|
|
Charlemagne and the Carolingian Empire, 2007.
An analysis of Frankish society's development during the Carolingian Empire under Charlemagne.
1,242 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper examines how the Carolingian Empire, which united most of Western Europe under one ruler in the late eighth century AD, was based on the domination of the Franks, including some of the greatest European kings who ever ruled. It focuses on the rule of Charlemagne and how his reign is considered the apogee of the empire for several reasons. It looks at how he conquered much of Europe, promoted the spread of Christianity and generally improved his people's way of life.
From the Paper
"Like Clovis I, Charlemagne was a devout Christian and a firm believer in education and therefore was a great supporter of both the clergy and faculty. "Charlemagne practised the Christian religion with great devotion and piety, for he had been brought up in this faith since earliest childhood" (Einhard, 104). He built a great Cathedral, called Holy Mother of God in Aachen and donated a great deal of money and relics to monasteries, churches and other religious institutions. He often personally chose which person would be appointed to a given position within the church, based on how wise and virtuous the candidates were. Not only did he further and improve religion in his own realm, by conquering other territories he spread Christianity's influence."
| |
|
Carolingian Empire, 2002.
An examination of the rise and fall of the Carolingian Empire of Medieval Europe.
815 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
An outline of the early medieval period, which saw the rise of new kingdoms in Western Europe. The paper discusses the rise and development of the Carolingian Empire. It also provides special attention to the economic and social structure that came from the collapsed Roman Empire and the Barbarian kingdoms.
From the Paper
"In the pre-Christian era, the German tribes migrated from the northern Europe to the Roman Empire and occupied the northern lands. There were clashes between the German tribes and the Romans who considered them intruders into their lands and called them ?barbarians?. The collapse of the Roman Empire enabled the German tribes to explore the Western Roman Empire. There were three basic factions of these German tribes-Germanic Lombards who settled in northern and central Italy, Anglo-Saxons in Britain, And Franks in Gaul (France). The Frankish kingdoms later became one of the new western European civilizations."
| |
|
The Collapse and Contributions of the Carolingian Empire, 2001.
How this empire impacted Western European society with its numerous political, military, cultural, and economic contributions throughout the time it reigned, and the reasons for its collapse.
1,544 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 1 source, $ 50.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
From the Paper
"The early Middle Ages marked the time of early barbarian kingdoms rebelling against traditional Roman law because they no longer recognized the emperor in Constantinople as their sovereign. Therefore, they established vast empires in Western Europe; a prime example of such a kingdom was that of the Carolingians. Charles the Great, or Charlemagne, is considered to be the most successful Carolingian ruler despite the relatively rapid collapse of his empire caused by three dominant factors: external pressures, dynastic competition, and the rise of the aristocracy. Although the Carolingian empire eventually crumbled as a result of the above occurrences, it tremendously impacted Western European society with its numerous political, military, cultural, and economic contributions throughout the time it reigned."
| |
|
Legacy of Charlemagne?s Carolingian Renaissance, 2003.
A look at the history of Alcuin and the establishment of the Palace School at Aachen.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper discusses the development and implementation of Charlemagne's plans to further education and spread Christian learning throughout his kingdom and all of Europe. Specifically, this paper details the importance of the involvement of Alcuin of York, who was the instrumental architect of Charlemagne's legacy of learning and knowledge, which came to be known as the Carolingian Renaissance.
From the Paper
"Under the rule of Charles the Great, or Charlemagne, from 768 814 A.D., the Frankish Empire expanded in many aspects. Of all the Empire's augmentations under Charlemagne, in political, military and religious aspects, the increase in emphasis and quality of learning through the Carolingian Renaissance and the re establishment of the Palace School at Aachen had as much if not more impact on the future culture and history of Western Europe. However, Charlemagne can only partially be credited with the development of such educational ideas. The major force behind the organization of the educational institution at Aachen was Alcuin of York. Under Charlemagne's plans, "(Alcuin) established and expanded schools, libraries, and scriptoria in monasteries all over France. The impact of his work can be seen in the great increase of literary and documentary materials surviving from the Carolingian period. It can be seen in the number of classical texts whose manuscripts are in the Carolingian hand" (Cantor 230). The overall effects of Alcuin under Charles the Great can be seen today in that, "around 8,000 manuscripts survive from the late eighth and ninth centuries, and many more are known to have been produced" (Peters 118)."
| |
|
The Roman Empire vs The Chinese Empire, 2001.
This paper examines the similarities and differences between the Roman Empire and the Chinese Empire.
1,005 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper is a detailed comparison of the Roman Empire and the Chinese Empire. The author shows how the imperial dynasties of Han and Qin along with the classical empire of Rome offered their people a combination of protection against external enemies and an infrastructure that was far more functional than individual cities or regions would have been able to provide for themselves. This paper describes the reign of all three of these dynasties and their effect on their people as well as world history.
From the Paper
"While it is difficult to make any general statement that can cover the political and cultural complexities of the Roman Empire along with the Han and Qin dynasties in China because they were sufficiently different from each other as well as being possessed of substantial internal diversity. And yet, even given the range of institutions and ideals that the three cultures exemplified, there are some commonalties that strike the observer from the vantage point of the 21st century. The primary one of these is that neither the Chinese empire nor the Roman one could have extended its reach as far as it did in geographic terms, had as great a control over its subjects' personal lives as it did, nor ruled for such a long period of time had not the ruling house combined a high degree of bureaucratic efficiency with a depiction of the imperial family that was at least semi-divine."
| |
|
The Byzantine Empire: The First Christian Empire, 1986.
Overview of the rise & decline of the Byzantine Empire, the first Christian Empire. Discusses rulership of Constantine & Justinian and describes church architecture & symbolic purposes.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 31.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
From the Paper
"The first Christian Empire in the world was that of the Byzantine Empire founded by Constantine in 330 A.D. The Byzantine Empire started with the division of the Roman empire into East and West factions, with the eastern provinces becoming the Byzantine Empire. When the Roman Emperor Constantine was converted to Christianity, he moved the governing center from Rome to the city of Byzantium, made Christianity the state religion, and created a state that had a profound effect on the social life and outlook of the people. The first moves toward splitting up the Roman Empire had been made by Constantine's uncle, the Emperor Diocletian, who thought that the problems with the empire were related to having too much territory to the east and north out of direct control (Wenzel, 1965: pp. 11-13). The separation did not take place immediately but over a generation or so and would last for more (...)"
| |
|
The Greatness of Charlemagne, 2006.
This paper discusses the ways in which the Carolingian people governed their empire.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 52.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper looks at the greatness of the Emperor Charlemagne and examines ways in which the Carolingian empire was governed. The writer discusses that one of the reasons that the Emperor Charlemagne was so beloved by the Carolingian people he ruled, was that he showed compassion towards the peoples he conquered, seldom manifest during the era. The writer also notes that Emperor Charlemagne demonstrated an administrative balance between the needs of the governing state and the demands of the powerful Christian church. Using references to works on medieval literature, the writer discusses how Emperor Charlemagne was said to embody the perfect balance between Christian and secular demands in ruling an empire.
From the Paper
"However, despite the general respect for Charlemagne, controversies were still rife during this era. The ninth century eventually became a pivotal epoch in terms of the influence of religion upon government and the development of Medieval Christendom, only tenuously resolved by Charlemagne. The collapse of Charlemagne's Empire, the onset of the Viking invasions proved politically divisive in terms of governance and there were also were the many doctrinal controversies inherent to Christianity of the period to further tear apart Christians. The Archbishop of Rheims, Hincmar took a very strong stand against the absolutist stance of papal monarchy or kingly rule--like Charlemagne, he attempted to strike a balance between the two authorial needs of Rome and kings."
| |
|
Charlemagne, 2002.
This paper discusses the cultural, political and economical achievements during the short-lived empire of Charlemagne.
1,060 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The paper provides a brief biography of Charlemagne and notes the improvements made during his reign to the quality of life in the Middle Ages in Europe. He improved education, helped unify Europe through military conquests and improved architecture.
From the Paper
"During the long period from the fall of the Roman Empire to the Renaissance almost a thousand years later, referred to as the Dark Ages, Charlemagne is the only bright spot in European history; his is the only commanding presence. During most of this period, barbarians ranged around Europe, Christians made almost no progress against paganism and Western reading and writing were almost extinguished. This grim period, however, was illuminated briefly by Charlemagne and his reign."
| |
|
Military Organisation Under Charlemagne, 2004.
An exploration of the military infrastructure in the Carolingian realms under Charlemagne 768-814.
1,903 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The accession of Charlemagne signalled the commencement of a ?new epoch? in Western European military activity. Offensive campaigns were undertaken, larger and more ambitious than anything seen under Pepin and Charles Martel that re-established the Carolingian hold on the military and political organization of Western Europe. This paper assesses the preparation of military campaigns in regard to the recruiting, mobilisation, equipping and feeding of vast numbers of men and examines how [and with what success] the issues of geography and availability were dealt with. It uses the capitularies as evidence, looks at the role of 'missi' and addresses the argument of feudalism in the medieval state.
From the Paper
"Military organization in the 8th and 9th centuries incorporated a number of different logistical and strategic problems each with the potential to disrupt even the most carefully laid plans. Preparation of military campaigns concerned the recruiting, mobilisation, equipping and feeding of a vast number of men which in turn was dictated by geography, availability and of course, the nature of the opposed forces. To this effect it is important to understand what exactly is meant by military organisation. For the sake of this argument, military organisation in Carolingian Europe was the planning, activating and carrying-out of predominantly offensive strategies with the objective of gaining or consolidating Frankish territory."
| |
|
The Mongolian Empire, 2004.
This paper analyzes the Mongolian Empire as the most successful empire in history, using the Conrad-Demarest model of empire.
1,085 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains that the Mongolian empire, which began about
1200 A.D., was selected as the best empire because its influential ideas and developments, horsemanship, militancy, nomadic lifestyle, leadership system, its fall and impact, make up all of the components needed to fully understand and appreciate the history of a great empire. The author points out that, in Khan?s military system, which was derived from the philosophy of Alexander the Great, Khan?s army integrated the commanders, bureaucrats, artisans, and professionals of the conquered peoples in order to produce new tastes in art, food, decoration, and clothing. The paper relates that the tremendous length of the Mongols? trade routes was directly related to their huge territorial domination and led, not only to the unification of the East and the West geographically, but also to cultural unification
From the Paper
"Under the rule of Genghis Khan, the Mongols started to dominate the world. He claimed power by saying that he was the ?universal ruler.? He basically used the Mandate of Heaven system of China, implying that he attained his power from God and he would be the ruler of the whole universe. This claim of Khan simply gives a clue on how he set up his ideology of ruling his state, eventually his empire. It seems like Khan?s role model was Alexander the Great and his Greek Empire. Though the Greeks did not have a militaristic social structure, they had the idea of focusing on the expansion of the territory followed by more trades and getting wealthier. This was the system Khan set up as well. He was perhaps one of the greatest military innovators in human history, and his army consisted of perhaps the best-trained horsemen in all of human history. Khan?s armies were incredibly mobile and could cover immense distances with numbing speed. Thus, it is clear that Khan established one of the major rules in rising of an empire: The tremendous military strength."
| |
|
Europe After the Roman Empire, 2000.
An overview of the politics and empire in Europe in first millennium, focusing on Christianization and the reigns of Constantine and Charlemagne.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 31.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
From the Paper
"In the first millennium after the decline and fall of the Roman empire, Western Europe developed new kingdoms under the rule of various leaders, increased the population to a significant degree, developed agriculture and commerce beyond the rudimentary beginnings of the Roman era, encountered war and privation as new leaders sought to subjugate people formerly ruled by the Romans and to extend their territory, and especially became more Christianized with the spread of that religion as the guiding power in Europa culture.
The first Christian Empire in the world was that of the Byzantine Empire founded by Constantine in 330 A.D. The Byzantine Empire started with the division of the Roman Empire into East and West factions, with the eastern provinces becoming the Byzantine Empire. When the Roman Emperor Constantine was..."
| |
|
Charlemagne, 2004.
An analysis of the life achievements of Charlemagne.
1,131 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper discusses the life of Charlemagne. The paper contends that Charlemagne is not only important because of his scores of military victories or the vast empire he recreated, but because he combined the inherited with the inventive. The paper explains that Charlemagne was a Germanic warrior in the traditional sense, spending most of his life in battle and to many he was a ruthless avenger. The paper states that to the Catholic church, Charlemagne was the great protector and the emperor who "baptized with a sword".
From the Paper
"After the Aquitanian war, Charlemagne was called to face the Lombards of Italy, to have the pope's estates returned. He offered to pay for the return of the pope's estates, but King Desiderius would not relent the property. Charlemagne exiled the king of the Lombards and his son, Adalgis, from Italy and gave the conquered land to Hadrian.
The Saxons were battled numerous times, since they would relent, offering their loyalty to Charlemagne, but never kept their oath. At the end of the war with the Saxons, Charlemagne took thousands of Saxons from their homes and placed them in Gaul and Germany. Charlemagne forced the Saxons to convert to Christianity and destroyed their heathen temples and to become a Frank, so that the Saxon culture ultimately vanished. This battle and its outcome became one of the ways, Charlemagne fused the Germanic, Roman and Catholic cultures."
| |
|
The End of the Western Roman Empire, 2002.
An overview of the downfall of the Western Roman Empire through a review of Edward Gibbon's "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire".
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper is written about the end of the Western Roman Empire. The classic work in the field is provided by Edward Gibbon in "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire". Gibbon's essential argument was one that attributed the "fall" (the use of this term today being itself a source of controversy) to "Christianity, which he claimed had undermined the ancient warrior traditions of the Romans and, through the influence of monasticism and asceticism, turned them away from earthly things".
| |
|
Charlemagne's Achievements, 2003.
A discussion on whether Charlemagne?s educational and cultural achievements were greater and more durable than his military and political ones.
2,030 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 64.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper examines how during his reign, the medieval emperor Charlemagne came to dominate Europe and create an empire of a scale not seen since classical times. It looks at how he created a renaissance of learning, the arts and culture in Europe. It analyses how the empire was achieved through a number of important military victories and how after the death of Charlemagne it became quickly divided and fragmented. It puts forward the argument that his educational and cultural achievements were greater and more durable than his military and political achievements even though his educational and cultural achievements were often fundamentally dependent on or instrumental in his military and political coups.
From the Paper
"Charlemagne instilled a great deal of importance in historical texts. He realised the importance of annals and other historical texts in creating a sense of history and of collective national identity. It was very important to build up texts of the history of the Carolingians as part of the empire?s pursuit of legitimacy. An example of an historical text which had a clear political impact and related strongly to Charlemagne?s military achievements was Paul the Deacon?s ?Hisotira Langobardorum?. This was a history of Lombardy. According to Mckitterick this history was ?an active contribution to the shaping of Frankish and Lombard relations.? This work actively portrayed the Carolingians as natural heirs to Lombardy."
| |
|
Introduction to the Ottoman Empire, 2005.
A historical overview of one of the most fascinating periods in the history of civilization, the era of the Ottoman empire.
3,301 words (approx. 13.2 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 94.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper provides a thorough overview of the history of the Ottoman Empire and the impact it had on the world. The paper describes the early structure of the empire's political and military might, the Ottoman empire's gradual demise and its final collapse.
The Early Structure of Political and Military Power
in the Ottoman Empire
Turkish Military: The First Place the Turks Occupied in Europe was
Gallipoli
The Growth and Expansion of Russia from the 18th Century Onwards
Egypt (because of cotton) Begins a Move Away
from the Ottoman Empire
Demands Pressed Upon the Ottoman State - and Russian Expansion -
Led to a Further Weakening of Ottoman
The Janissary Corps
The Ottoman Failure to Reform the Inefficient System of
Government they were Using
The Origin and Decline of the Ottoman Empire
From the Paper
"And it is important to note that Turkey's domination over Africa's northern areas was not entirely well defined, and the Ottoman Empire did not really have permanent, clear-cut borders; rather, the empire was more of a military administration over a vast region of diverse cultures and geography."
|
|
|
