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The Middle Ages
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The “Dark” Ages The Roman Empire falls apart. Charlemagne- tries to reunite parts of empire. –Holy Roman Empire –Endorsed by the Pope. The Vikings- Launch raids throughout much of Europe. Destroy many villages and cities.
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Life in the Middle Ages Fuedalism- a system for controlling land. –King gives land in return for protection. –Social Pyramid- formed the basic structure of medieval society. Key terms- –Fief –Nobles –Vassals –Knights –Manors –Serfs
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Society in the Middle Ages
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The Crusades Series of holy wars between Christians and Muslim Turks for control of the Holy Land. Area today of Jerusalem and Palestine. Four major crusades were launched- in the end control of holy land is lost to Muslims. Leads to many important changes throughout Europe.
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The Black Death Bacterial disease spread by rats and fleas. Victims often died within days to one week. Over 1/3 of European population died as a result of the plague- Over 25 million people! In some cities almost 800 people a day died.
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More Black Death “Ring around the Rosie”- some people say this rhyme refers to the black death. Bubo -first sign
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“Bring out your dead!”
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The Doctor
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The High Middle Ages The Crusades had a HUGE effect on the growth of Europe. –Trade begins to grow –People want new goods from Asia- spices, gold, sugar, silk, and more. –The Silk Road- main route traveled by traders and merchants between China and Europe. –A new merchant class begins to grow into the social pyramid.
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The power of kings and nobles begins to decrease. Kingdoms begin to fall apart- replaced by national governments. Large cities begin to grow- Paris, London, Rome. Magna Carta- Document that limited the power of the king.
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Education becomes increasingly important More people learn to read and write- mainly to help with trade. Books and literature become more widely available. By the end of the1400’s, the Middle Ages come to an end.
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