Fuedalism - Chivalry Flashcards
Lord
Noble who gave the land
Vassal
Noble who received the land and served the lord
Serfs
Peasants who worked the land
4 social society classes
King/clergy, nobles/lords, Knights/vassals, peasants/surfs
Homage
Ceremony where vassal pledged his loyalty to the lord
Fief/fued
Estates of land with serfs
Knights
Mounted warriors provided protection to the lord
Castles (fortified manor)
Built for defense against enemies
Lady or noblewoman
Had no rights. Had to be married on 20 birthday by man father chooses
Entertainment
Tournaments, hunting, banquets
Tournaments
Mock battles
Sword fighting
Jousting
Banquets
Eating and minstrel/jester performances
3 levels of night training
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Squire
Knight
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Age 7; learned manners, weapons, and how to ride a horse
Squire
Age 14; assistant to Knights/protect in battle