Feudalism was the system
or organization of Medieval society. In return for
the lord's protection
and the right to work the land, the peasants performed
services and paid fees to the lord. Most of the
peasants were farmers but some were tradesmen, like
millers or tavern owners. The farmers leased
their land and also paid taxes to the lord and to the
king. Most farmers were serfs. They were
required to stay with the land and worked several days
a week for the lord of the manor.
This peasant family is enjoying their time
at the faire. |
It was most unusual at this time to have a female blacksmith. |
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Even in the Middle Ages women wanted to look beautiful.
This lady is having her hair done and admiring
the work in her mirror. |
This lad is relaxing
with a little “grog.” |
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One of the forms of entertainment was dancing
around the Maypole. They held a ribbon and
wrapped it around the pole. |
This pirate is checking things out at the faire. |
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The jester and the clown offered entertainment
to peasants and nobles alike. |
Our peasant man is enjoying a drink from
an ox horn. |
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The minstrel and his lady were enjoying the faire. |
Music was very important during the Middle Ages.
This couple created the music for the video part
of
this series. |
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Minstrels are carrying their drum in the faire
parade. |
Pipers and drummers were also part of the parade. |
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Notice the kilt and the pouch on this bag piper. |
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