Freculf's work, along with Ado of Vienne’s chronicle, are the only examples of chronicles encompassing world history until the late twelfth century. It was only after the 13th century that world chronicles would become more numerous. This work provided an excellent example of how important tradition was for the Carolingians.
Freculf's account, in conjunction with Ado of Vienne’s historical record, illustrate the significance of tradition for the Carolingian dynasty during this period. The scarcity of global history chronicles until the late twelfth century underscores the importance of tradition in shaping their understanding of world events.