Note 141 Louis le Gros, who is considered as the father of this institution in France, did not begin his reign till nine years (A.D. 1108) after Godfrey of Bouillon, (Assises, c. 2, 324.) For its origin and effects, see the judicious remarks of Dr. Robertson, (History of Charles V. vol. i. p. 30 - 36, 251 - 265, quarto edition.)]

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The History Of The Decline And Fall Of The Roman Empire —Fall In The East —Chapter 58