HIST 1011 Chapter 12: The Making of Europe
Document Summary
Came after the fall of roman empire fell into period similar to that after fall of. The roman empire was eventually replaced politically by a series of successor states ruled by german kings. There was a fusion of romans and greeks. The kingdom of the franks was the only german state that was long lasting. This conversion gave him support of roman catholic church. During 6th and 7th century, his kingdom split into neustria, austrasia, and. Germans and romans intermarried, which created a new society. Social customs of germanic people began to play an important role. Special and important bond was that of family males dominant. Women obeyed her father until marriage then prop of husband. Conception of family had important role in law. Roman society: crime is an offense against society or state and is handled by court that heard evidence and arrived at decision. Is personal, and could lead to bloodshed, feuds, etc.
