MCCLXXXVII

MCCLXXXVII is a year in the Roman numerals system, equivalent to the Gregorian calendar year 887. During this time period, the Carolingian Empire was in a state of decline, and the situation in Western Europe was marked by instability and conflict.

The year is situated near the beginning of the Middle Ages, an era characterized by a series of transitional events in European society. This time frame saw the rise of new kingdoms, the growth of trade networks, and the emergence of a more complex social hierarchy.

Politically, MCCLXXXVII was marked by ongoing struggles within the Carolingian Empire, which had fragmented into smaller territories and factions. This weakness paved the way for further invasions and expansions by Northern European tribes, such as the Vikings, who were making inroads into the continent.

Meanwhile, advancements in art, architecture, and literature continued to unfold. Examples of such developments include the construction of intricate stone churches and the flowering of scriptoriums, where illuminated manuscripts and other handwritten texts were painstakingly created. The Viking cultural influence should also be noted during this period, with the increased presence of Norse ships and traders in European coastal regions.

The topography of the world's religions in MCCLXXXVII featured adherents to Christianity, Islam, and lesser regional deities. Regional godheads and faiths, long systemized as a whole, were classified simplistically then when initially encountered leading to glorious instances of eventual conversion on the marches.