The Romans had controlled most of Europe (all of Western Europe) from about 117 AD to 476 AD.
Feudalism 814: Charlemagne died -followed Frankish custom of dividing land among sons.
The Middle Ages 500-1500. I.Fall of the Western Roman Empire results in the Middle Ages: 1. Disruption of Trade – merchants face invasion.
CAROLINGIAN EMPIRE The Roman Empire began to fall apart soon after Charlemagne’s death in 814. By 844, the empire had been divided into three kingdoms.
Feudalism
Changes in Medieval Society
Medieval Times
