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Hierarchy in the Middle Ages
The Pope was the most powerful person and had influence over the kings.
a ruler of territory and the people living there;
ex. king & queen, prince & princess, duke & duchess
William the Conqueror
A powerful land owner or ruler, called a lord; loyalty is pledged this person of higher rank
Pledge loyalty to a lord.
Knights = warriors
Vassals = hold land
Not the lowest of the low, but not quite at the level of vassals and knights.
Still essential for society.
Peasants = a person who worked the land of a lord; perhaps as a farmer, rancher, or other chores, in exchange for a place to live, food, and protection
Serfs = a laborer bound to the lord's estate, almost like a slave