Thank a Frank
He united most of the Frankish tribes that were part of Roman Province of Gaul.
Who was Clovis I?
Divided into three periods which started with the Fall of Roman Empire and lasted until 1492?
What are the Middle Ages?
Given to the Lord, this was the center of daily life for a small community.
What is a Manor House
I and my heirs have the Divine Right to rule these lands.
Who is a King?
The year Clovis becomes king, starting his 30 years reign.
When is 481 AD?
He used his power to unify church ceremonies, ride the church illiterate clergy, and corruption.
Who is Charlemagne?
Period in history marked by little to no recorded history.
What is the Dark Ages?
Most of the people living in the Middle Ages fell into this class. Some could own their own businesses like carpenters, bakers, and blacksmiths. Others were pledged to their local lord.
What are serfs or peasants?
They call me "Father of Europe."
Who is Charlemagne?
The year Roman official died.
When is 476 AD?
Charles Martel defeated this group of people which meant Europe would remain a Christian region.
Who are the Muslim Invaders of Spain (Moors)?
First public record of land and landholdings in England used toe ensure that landowners were not withholding money due to William as feudal monarch.
What is the Doomsday Book?
This person held absolute power over the fief or manor including holding court and deciding punishments for crimes.
Who is the Lord?
I led my army to victory, Europe is free from Muslim invaders!
Who is Charles Martel?
The Codex Justinianus is published in the Byzantine Empire.
When is 534 AD?
These men were the most powerful unit of the Frankish army was the heavily armored cavalry. Because metal armor and war horses were so expensive, only the very wealthy could afford this position.
What are Knights?
Fought between Europeans and Turkism Muslims, over the lands of Jerusalem and considered a Holy War
What are the Crusades?
System of political and economic stability established after the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
What is Feudalism?
This empire needs to return to law and order! No longer should regions squabble with neighbors. We must write a code of laws to establish justice.
Who is Justinian I?
On this day in history William, Duke of Normandy, won the battle of Hastings against King Harold
When is October 14 1066?
Charlemagne's greatest achievement, included education reform and promoted the arts bringing the region out of the Dark Ages.
What was the Carolingian Renaissance?
Not popular with Roman nobles because of his commoner birth, he was forced out of Rome. Charlemagne thought it was his duty to protect the church so Charlemagne sent his army for protection.
Who was Pope Leo III?
A piece of land that was granted to a vassal for services or loyalty to their lord.
What is a Fief?
King Edward has died without an heir, as his brother-in-law I claim the right to rule England.
Who was Harold II.
England earliest public record of lands and landholdings was England published this year.
When is 1086 AD?