In 733, the foundations for the Carolingian Empire were solidified under Charles Martel, who expanded Frankish territories and centralized power. This period saw the integration of various tribes and regions into a cohesive political entity, which would later be expanded by Martel's grandson, Charlemagne. The establishment of this empire not only reshaped the political landscape of Europe but also laid the groundwork for the cultural revival known as the Carolingian Renaissance.

The Carolingian Empire fostered a revival of learning and literature, encouraging the creation of poetry that celebrated the empire's achievements and promoted Christian values. Poets and scholars, such as Alcuin of York, were instrumental in this revival, producing works that would influence the development of medieval literature and the preservation of classical texts, thus impacting future generations of poets.