Summarize the historical inaccuracies included in the Song of Roland

What will be an ideal response?


Essay responses should include these points:
• The poem is built only in part on historical events, with heavy embellishment to build the legend.
• The character of Charlemagne has God's favor in battle.
• This virtue, through Charlemagne's prayer, keeps the sun from setting, allowing victory in battle.
• Roland is a great feudal hero but has too much pride.
• Roland models Christian service to a higher moral cause.

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