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The Beginning of the Middle Ages - Christianization, Feudalism in the Early Middle Ages Explained In this video we take a fascinating look at the beginning of the Middle Ages and the events that marked the transition from antiquity to this fascinating era. We start with the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD, a turning point in European history, and examine the effects of the migration of peoples and the invasions of Germanic tribes. How did the Huns, Visigoths and Vandals bring the once mighty Roman Empire to its knees? And how did these upheavals give rise to the medieval Europe we know today? We talk about the rise of the Franks under King Clovis, his conversion to Christianity and how this changed the history of Europe forever. We also look at the role of the church and the Christianization of the continent, as well as the importance of monasteries in the early Middle Ages. We also explain the feudal system and how society reorganized itself during this period. If you want to learn more about the origins of the Middle Ages, the fall of Rome and the rise of the medieval kingdoms, then stay tuned! This video will give you a comprehensive overview of the most important events and developments of this period. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and activate the bell so you don't miss any more videos about the Middle Ages and other historical topics! #middleages #history