Einhard's biography portrays Charlemagne as a strong leader who unified Western Europe through his military prowess and the support of the church. His belief in the need for education among the Frankish people was to bring about religious, political, and educational reform throughout his empire. A tough military leader, Charlemagne more than doubled the size of his kingdom before his death. Throughout most of his adult life, he was constantly occupied with wars and extending …showed first 75 words of 848 total…

…showed last 75 words of 848 total…flourishing and successful one--he was able to create and control one of the largest empires in world history. Charlemagne's religious, political, and educational reform made a positive impact on his vast kingdom. His dedication and commitment to his people made him one of the greatest leaders of all time. And although Charlemagne's empire fell to the ground and crumbled in the hands of others after his death, his legacy as a strong leader lives on.