The most famous ruler of the Middle Ages was Charlemagne. Charlemagne is known for conquering much of Western Europe and uniting it under one great empire. Not only was he known for being a great ruler, but for reviving the political and cultural life of Europe which had collapsed during the fall of the Western Roman Empire. This great ruler was born approximately on April 2, 742. He was born to Pepin the Short and to Bertrada. …showed first 75 words of 389 total…

…showed last 75 words of 389 total…lead victorious campaigns in Aquitaine. Charlemagne launched 30 year military campaigns to accomplish his objective, to unite Europe. One of his favorite pastimes was to hear scholars read. He also liked to go on journeys with his sons. Charlemagne died on January 28, 814 while fasting. For me a hero is a person that does good to other people. For me Charlemagne was a hero because he reunited Europe. That was important because he helped people get along.