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Episode 81 - Charlemagne and Leo (part 1)
Episode 81 - Charlemagne and Leo (part 1)
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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Sep 4, 2015
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Podcast episode
Description
We look at developments in the West during the 8th century. We follow the rise of the Carolingians and the amazing career of Charlemagne. We also see the various dilemma faced by the Papacy and how the collapse of Byzantine influence created a new power dynamic. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Released:
Sep 4, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
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