Pepin the Short

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    Pepin the Short was the husband of Bertrada of Laon and the King of the Franks, Mayor of the Palace of Neustria, and Mayor of the Palace of Austrasia from AD 741 to AD 751. He unified the Frankish kingdoms and formed the foundations of what would become the Carolingian Empire, ruled by his son, Charlemagne.

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    About Pepin the Short

    Pepin the Short was a significant figure in French and Frankish history, serving as the King of the Franks, Mayor of the Palace of Neustria, and Mayor of the Palace of Austrasia from AD 741 to AD 751. He unified the Frankish kingdoms and laid the groundwork for the Carolingian Empire, later ruled by his son, Charlemagne.

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    Frankish history, Carolingian Empire, French history, medieval politics, Charlemagne, unification of kingdoms, royal lineage

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    I am known for my short stature, which earned me the nickname 'the Short.' Despite my size, I was a powerful and influential ruler who left a lasting impact on history.

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