Invasions and Feudalism Dark Ages 2 Invasions and Feudalism
Islamic Invasions After the death of Muhammad Islam spreads out of Arabia during the 7th century (600 A.D.) Moors- Arab Islamic group from N. Africa Successfully conquers Spain
Battle of the Tours (732) Fought between the Moors (Muslims) and Franks (Christians) Franks win, led by Charles Murtel Moors remain in Spain, but it stops Islamic expansion.
Charlemagne “Charles the Great” greatest king of the dark ages Renames it the Carolingian Empire Helps create feudalism converts more people to Christianity Builds schools, and educates himself 800 A.D. named emperor of Holy Roman Empire
Feudalism Political system set up as a defensive structure -King- Leader of a feudal society -Lord- Owner of land -Knight- Defender of land, paid by the - lords -Serf- Peasant or Farmer Castle- Well defended structure to protect King, Lords, Knights Fief- a land grant given in exchange for service
Chivalry Chivalry- Ideal behavior by knights and Gentleman Duty to Christians, God, and Women Peace of God- Poor and weak should be protected Truce of God- time when war shouldn’t be fought
Vikings Considered the “Scourge of the North” Known for invading countries in Europe Attacked England Raided towns, monasteries, and churches Leif Erickson- Viking who discovered America