Compléter 2nd Unit FeudalismVersion en ligne Blanks of Feudalism and Vassalage par DANIEL TORTOSA SANCHEZ 1 Feudalism top but lord Europe military fief promise nobles economic military late kings vassal social peasants was a political , and system that dominated medieval , characterized by the exchange of land for service . At the heart of this system was the concept of vassalage , where a would loyalty and service to a in exchange for protection and land , known as a . This hierarchical structure created a network of obligations , with at the granting land to powerful nobles , who in turn would have lesser or as vassals . The vassals were responsible for managing the land and providing support when needed . In return , lords offered their vassals protection and the right to work the land . This system was not only political also economic , as it shaped the agrarian society of the time . Feudalism began to decline in the Middle Ages . 2 vassalage ceremony hands loyalty fidelity lord land investiture homage lord feudal serve The of was a formal ritual in the system where a granted to a vassal in exchange for and military service . During the first part of the ceremony , named as , the vassal would kneel before the , placing his between the lord's hands , symbolizing his submission . The vassal would then swear an oath of , promising to the lord faithfully and defend his interests . In return , in the second part or , the lord would provide protection and support to the vassal , ensuring his rights to the land . This mutual obligation formed the foundation of feudal relationships , creating a network of loyalty and service that defined medieval society .
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