524. Charlemagne: Pagan Killer (Part 2)

202.974 - 224.652 Tom Holland

So, Tom, give us a little bit of context. Charlemagne has been joint king of the Frankish Empire for nine years with his brother, Carloman. But a terrible thing has happened to Carloman. Carloman had a nosebleed, as listeners will remember, and has died. So, Charlemagne is the last man standing. He is. So, give us a little bit of context. We're in the aftermath of the Roman Empire.