Capitulary of Charlemagne

The Capitulary of Charlemagne refers to a series of written laws and administrative directives issued by Charlemagne, the King of the Franks and later Emperor of the Carolingian Empire, during the 8th and 9th centuries. These documents aimed to govern his vast kingdom, addressing various aspects like justice, taxes, military obligations, and religious practices. They served to unify the diverse regions under his rule, promote order, and reinforce the authority of the monarchy, reflecting Charlemagne’s efforts to strengthen and develop his empire through legal and social reforms.