839 facts for kids

The year 839 was a time in history that saw the birth of an important future ruler. This year is part of the early Middle Ages, a period after the fall of the Roman Empire and before the modern era.

Important Births in 839

In the year 839, a notable person was born who would later become a powerful figure in Europe:

• Charles the Fat was born in what is now France. He would grow up to become an emperor and king, ruling over a large part of the Carolingian Empire. His story is part of the history of how different kingdoms formed in Europe.

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  King Æthelwulf of Wessex (839–858)