Germany In The Early Middle Ages ? Reuter Essay, Research Paper

Post Charlemagne ruler tried to turn an empire of conquest

into something more permanent, unlike Merovingians Carolingian attempted a

fuller integration of the empie: a certain uniformity and harmoniziing of

institutions, of ideology went hand in hand with expansion ? and economy. Charles the Great last Carolingian to succeed as an adult

without some experience of ruling. Carolingian kings governed from his court by making his will

known ? did not aim to govern, aims were more limited ? preserve and extend own

wealth and power, to do justice and keep peace within border, wage war and

extract tribute from abroad. Difficulties looking at capitularies 800 ? 830 ? lots of

documents produced, what did happen then very elaborate state, if they what

they said didn?t happen then very small state indeed. Count: manin component Carolingian administration ? men of

standing given role, so distinction between governmental power and personal

power a difficultone.? Hereditary nature

of post often een as 9th century phenomenon, but evidence for this

in 8th century.? Counts essentially

mini Kings in their own region Missi and general assemblies used to communicate King?s

message ? law and war.? Legislation

discussed and particular cases decided upon ? WAR ? diplomacy at assemblies,

public matter, and assemblies where next year?s campaign discussed and planned.