The story of Charlemagne’s campaign against the Saxons. Focuses on one campaign waged by Charlemagne against the Saxons in 782, in order to examine whether brutality in the name of civilisation is justified. Discusses the cultural contribution of Charlemagne, and shows the ruthless means he employed to accomplish his goals.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
001913
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
History → Charlemagne, Emperor, 742-814
History → Europe - History - 392-814
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)