Medieval terminology flashcards

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Vassal

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In a debt of loyalty to someone higher in the feudal system.

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Feudal Overlord

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Your boss/someone higher than you in the feudal system.

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Homage

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Pay homage by showing loyalty and doing a service to someone in the feudal system.

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Primogeniture

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The eldest son becoming the next King on the death of the old one.

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5
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Itinerant Kingship

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A King not having a fixed location.

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Knight Service

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Work carried out by the knights to help the king.

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“Week-work”

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Work carried out by the peasants.

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