Topic 1- Origins of Conflict Flashcards
Who were the nobles and what did they do?
Who were the gentry and what did they do?
What does affinity mean?
The followers of a lord, men who served him whenever needed or worked for him as lawyers or estate managers.
What does livery mean?
Badge and colours of a lord worn by his servants.
What does patronage mean?
A lord provided patronage by giving rewards (jobs, money, influence, titles etc.) to his supporters and protected them (in court or through the use of force) from rivals after their land and property.
What country was England in a conflict with for much of the 15th Century?
France
What was the population of England in the 15th Century?
Around 3 million
London was the most significant city, but what was its total population in the 15th Century?
60,000-70,000
Where did the majority of the population live in the 15th Century?
In the south of the country, in rural areas NOT cities
What were the strengths and weaknesses of late medieval England?
What were the responsibilities of the English monarchy in the 15th Century
