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Y202: Charlemagne 768–814

Later kingship and imperial rule: Leo III and the imperial coronation of 800

  • 3 things to know
  • Unit group 2

Overview

Recall questions on relations with Pope Leo III, the attack on Leo in 799, the events of Christmas Day 800, why the imperial title was attractive, Einhard’s account and the consequences of the coronation for Frankish government.

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Process

Give two reasons why an imperial title was available and attractive in 800.

Key term

Describe what happened in St Peter's on Christmas Day 800.

Who and when

Why did Einhard claim Charlemagne would not have entered the church had he known what Leo intended?

Questions from this subtopic

Each one with the model answer underneath.

  1. 1

    What signal did Pope Leo III send Charlemagne on his election in 795?

    Model answer

    He sent him the keys of St Peter's tomb and the banner of Rome, acknowledging Charlemagne as the protector of the Roman church.

  2. 2

    How did Charlemagne define the respective roles of king and pope?

    Model answer

    He wrote that it was his task to defend the Church with arms and the pope's task to pray for the success of Christian arms, reserving practical authority to himself.

  3. 3

    Why did Leo III need Charlemagne's help in 799?

    Model answer

    He was attacked in the streets of Rome by supporters of his predecessor and accused of perjury and immorality, and having been driven out he had no means of returning or of clearing his name without Frankish backing.

  4. 4

    Where did Leo III meet Charlemagne after fleeing Rome?

    Model answer

    He came to Charlemagne at Paderborn in Saxony.

  5. 5

    How was the charge against Leo III disposed of in December 800?

    Model answer

    No trial was held, and Leo instead swore an oath purging himself of the accusations, on the principle that no one has authority to judge the apostolic see.

  6. 6

    Describe what happened in St Peter's on Christmas Day 800.

    Model answer

    Leo III placed a crown on Charlemagne's head during mass and the Roman congregation acclaimed him as emperor, after which the pope did him honour as ruler of the Romans.

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