Why was Charlemagne a much-loved king?

              Charlemagne was king of the Franks in 768 AD, and one of Europe’s most successful monarchs. The Franks were legendary fighters. Using the strength and loyalty of his army, combined with his own leadership abilities, Charlemagne soon defeated most of the other barbarian tribes in Western Europe. He expanded the Frankish Empire to include Germany, all of France, most of Italy, and even sections of Northern Spain.

                One of the most important things Charlemagne did for the world was to turn his castle into a learning centre inviting scholars from all over the world to take up residence there. He also introduced many administrative reforms, and a jury system that ensured a fairer way of ensuring justice.

               Charlemagne held his kingdom together by the sheer force of his personality. He was over six feet tall, and had blonde hair that seemed to glow in the sun. He fought heroically in battles, and personally visited local administrators, creating new laws to protect his people. Charlemagne was brave and fair, and his people adored him for these qualities.