Historical Events from This Year 768
Pope Stephen III Seeks Frankish Protection
Pope Stephen III was elected as the pope and quickly sought the support of the Frankish ruler, King Pepin the Short, against the Lombard threat to the Papal States. This call for protection highlighted the growing vulnerability of the papacy following the decline of Byzantine military assistance. The Lombards had been expanding their territories, posing a significant threat to the stability and territorial integrity of the Church's influence in Italy.
Continue ReadingCarloman I and Charlemagne crowned kings
Carloman I and Charlemagne were crowned kings of the Franks in 768, marking the beginning of a significant era in Frankish history. This dual coronation took place shortly after their father, Pepin the Short, passed away, leading to the division of the Frankish kingdom between the two brothers. The ceremony in the capital laid the foundation for their future rulership, where they would both oversee various territories and eventually reshape the political landscape of Western Europe.
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