Lesson 75 of 84 · World History
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepMedieval Europe: Feudalism and Castles
Medieval Europe was characterized by the feudal system, a hierarchical structure that defined social, political, and economic relationships.
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Medieval Europe was characterized by the feudal system, a hierarchical structure that defined social, political, and economic relationships. Under feudalism, society was divided into distinct classes: kings, nobles, knights, and peasants. Land was granted to nobles by the king in exchange for military service, and peasants worked the land in return for protection. This system fostered a sense of loyalty and obligation among classes, shaping the political landscape of Europe during the Middle Ages. Castles were built as fortifications for nobles and served as centers of power and administration.
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Medieval Europe was defined by the feudal system.
Society was divided into classes: kings, nobles, knights, and peasants.
Castles served as fortifications and centers of power.
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