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Famous Vikings Leif Ericson Son of Eric the Red, founder of Greenland
Wanted to be like father Sails from Greenland Becomes first European to set foot in North America
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Purpose of Feudalism Middle Ages a dangerous time
People need protection Viking raids Criminals groups Other raiders Feudalism Protective organization Based on land and/or services
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Peasants The Power Pyramid Knights = Nobles King & Queen, Plus Family
Royal Family Nobles Important wealthy families Knights Elite Soldiers, land holders Peasants Farmers, merchants, poor, and slaves. Majority of population
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Lord’s Duties Land owner Protect Land & vassals
Vassal dies, Lord become family’s protector Advise the vassal Act as judge in disputes
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Vassal’s Duties Everyone but King is a vassal Receives Land from Lord
Provides military service Provides soldiers(nobles) Loyal to Lord Pays crops, money, and service to Lord
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