Coronation of Charlemagne
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Date
December 25, 800
Type
World
Author
smithsheep
Location
Rome,
Lazio,
Italy
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Political & Governance
Religion & Philosophy
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Coronation of Charlemagne (0800-12-25)
Charlemagne was crowned Emperor of the Romans by Pope Leo III at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. This event revived the title of Emperor in Western Europe and set the precedent for the Holy Roman Empire. It symbolized the fusion of Roman, Christian, and Germanic elements.
- Location: Rome, Italy
- Context: World level event.
Categories: Political & Governance, Religion & Philosophy