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Hist. 161
Unit IV+V
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History
Undergraduate 2
02/23/2009

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Franks
Definition
only German state on the Euro. that provided long lasting
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Charlemagne
Definition
Leader of Franks
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Missi Dominici
Definition
Messengers of the Lord King- made sure everyone was obeying the king's wishes
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Treaty of Verdun
Definition
Divided Empire between Chare's three sons
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Vikings
Definition
Northmen
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Feudalism
Definition
Nobles exchange land for protection
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Manorilism
Definition
Peasants and serfs provide food clothing and shelter for all
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pyramid
Definition
King+Pope
Nobles+Clergy
Pesants
Serfs
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Bourgeoisie
Definition
wage-earning class- new social class
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William of Normandy
Definition
Led armed knights and took over England
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Henry II
Definition
Vs. Thomas a Becket- King vs. Church
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Thomas a Becket
Definition
archbishop of Canterbury- Highest ranked English cleric. vs. Henry II.
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Magna Carta
Definition
Defied rights and liberties- regulation btw. king and vassals
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Parliament
Definition
royal court
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humanism
Definition
a philosophy that replaces god and religion with practical answers.
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