1. Invasions and Feudalism
Dark Ages 2
Invasions and Feudalism

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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