These events derived from the confusion caused by the Germanic invasions and the decay of the cities that had existed for centuries as centres for learning and the propagation of ideas. Moreover, general culture in the West declined sharply and illiteracy became widespread. As all centralised authority dissolved, political conditions shifted towards the decentralised localism associated with the feudal system and the economically self-sufficient manor became the principal economic and administrative unit. Although some great urban centres in Italy and Gaul continued to exhibit signs of commercial activity, trade and industry decayed and economic life reverted to an agricultural and pastoral type geared to maintaining local self-sufficiency. Many towns disappeared as new forms of habitation were constructed around fortified manors and small village communities. The urban life that had been the ideal of the Greeks and introduced by the Romans throughout the Mediterranean basin declined. This period of transition featured a disintegration of the civilisation and forms of social and cultural life that had been characteristic of the Greco-Roman world.
Decentralized government People followed religious Canon Law – Led by Pope Rise in the power of the Pope and Roman Catholic Church Pope had power of excommunication Religious Political Socialĭecline in learning as population shifts to rural areas Technology slow to progress as exchange of ideas declines.With the collapse of the Roman Empire in the West, Europe moved slowly but surely into an era that is generally known as the Middle Ages.
FEUDAL KINGDOMS WESTERN EUROPE CODE
Social Status determined by birth Lack of social Mobility Code of Chivalry Feudalism – Kings and nobles exchange land for loyalty and protection. Strict social hierarchy based on the feudal pyramid. The Manor System – The Medieval Economic System The self sufficient manor contributed to the decline of learning. Very little reason to leave or travel beyond your manor. The manor was completely self sufficient meaning that everything that was needed was on the manor. Sometimes the manor system is referred to as manorialism. No social mobility! Your place in this feudal pyramid was determined by birth ! The Feudal system emerged as a means to create social/political order and stability in society as well as to provide a system of protection The Role of Serfs: They were bound to the land.
The Rise of Feudalism – Political and Social Organization of Medieval Europe Causes of Feudalism : After the fall of Rome, Western Europe was a scary place! With no strong, central government to raise a large army, there was no protection from invaders. The Rise of Feudalism – Political and Social Organization of Medieval Europe Grant Fief (land) Oath of loyalty/military support Shelter/food Loyalty/military Shelter/food And protection Labor, rent What can you do to create structure in your kingdom and ensure order? Your Solution: In addition, you are concerned about increasing barbarian attacks from the east.
However, you are struggling to control the nobles in your kingdom who are fighting each other to expand their landholdings and increase their power (in turn, threatening yours). You are also the proud owner of large landholdings in your area. The Rise of Feudalism – Political and Social Organization of Medieval Europe The Problem: You are one of many kings ruling various kingdoms in Western Europe during the Middle Ages. In general, the Middle Ages are defined by a lack of central government, decline of trade, population shift to rural areas, decrease in learning, and a rise in the power of The Roman Catholic Church. 500 B.C – 476 A.D The Roman Empire The Middle Ages or Medieval Period 400-1400 The Renaissance (Rebirth) Begins around 1400 The Middle Ages Defined After the fall of Rome, Western Europe entered a period known as the Middle Ages, also known as The Medieval Period, which lasted from 400 – 1400 A.D. Middle ages feudalism and manor lesson pptĪim: How was Europe organized during the Middle Ages? Do Now: While China, India, The Byzantines, and the Islamic Empires were experiencing a golden age, what was going on in Western Europe? For review, briefly describe what happened to western Europe at the end of the Roman Empire.
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