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European Feudalism

By WorldHistoryH_ABRHS
  • Period: 476 to Oct 16, 1453

    Feudalism

    A new, decentralized system of politics, economy (manorialism), and society. "feudum" = contract. MANORS, MILITARISM (Chivalry), and CHRISTIANITY (The Church). Hierarchy.
  • Oct 20, 1139

    Pope Innocent 2 outlawed the crossbow (for a time)

  • Period: Oct 15, 1150 to Oct 15, 1500

    Mounted warriors started remaining on their horses in battle

    Horses + armor = only rich fight. Horses = it's all about the individual knight. Coat of arms identifies knights. Knights had to first train & get tested. Lots of $ & time required = small but very skilled armies.
  • Hand crossbow introduced in Europe

    Hand crossbow introduced in Europe

    The crossbow was composed of a bow that was made of horn or wood. It was mounted on a stock, had a string connected to the trigger, and had a stirrup for a soldier's foot. Crossbows fired many types of missiles. They shot bolts that were about 15 inches and made of wood or iron, or stones or lead pellets. SCARY! :O
  • Period: to Oct 15, 1500

    Church limits / controld violence (Immunity, holy days, etc.)

    War can be holy!