ged war against many including the Bretons, Bavaria, the Slavs, Esthonians, Danes and an especially long thirty-year war against the Saxons. He was a respected and feared by many of the rulers of other lands. He is also remembered because of the Carolingian Renaissance which took place under his direction and leadership. Although he was not a learned man, he revered and respected knowledge. He attracted many scholars to his palace. Theology and the literarySkills became a part of the everyday life in the palace for nobles and common people of talent as well. Many building projects were also undertaken during this time of renaissance including two magnificent palaces the cathedral of the church of the Holy Mother of God at Aachen, the bridge over the Rhine at Mainz, the restoration of many sacred buildings which had fallen into disrepair, and the building of a naval and coastguard fleet to protect the ports and mouths of rivers from enemy attack.Charlemagne died at the age of 72 and designed his only surviving son Lewis as heir to his kingship. He was interred at his beloved cathedral in 814 A.D. In his will, he provided for the church, the cities in the kingdom, all of his children, grandchildren, palace workers, servants and the poor.Einhards historical view outlined above gives a historical view of the life of Charlemagne. It was written from the historical facts as well as Einhards personal observations and his relationship with Charlemagne. Einhard was a minister of his Royal Majesty. He was highly respected for his knowledge, intellect, brilliance, integrity and character. He enjoyed a comfortable life at the palace and a personal relationship with the King and his family. His stated reason for writing the book was to make sure that the greatness of Charlemagne was recorded for history and to accurately record events he witnessed and could verify. He also stated that no one had started to write about Charlemagne to his knowledge ...
