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Charlemagne
Charles of Arnulf, traditionally b. 2 April 742, d. 28 January 814, became known as Charlemagne in later years, this name derived from the French "Carolus Magnus" or Charles the Great.Charlemagne was thrust into the world of imperial leadership when his father, Pepin the Short, was recognized by Pope Zachary as King of the Franks.
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