Review:
Feudalism In Medieval Europe
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Feudalism in medieval Europe was a social, political, and economic system based on the exchange of land for military service and loyalty.
Key Features
- Decentralized political system
- Hierarchical social structure
- Economic dependence on agriculture
- System of vassalage and feudal obligations
Pros
- Provided stability and security in a tumultuous period
- Fostered local autonomy and self-sufficiency
- Encouraged military training and readiness
Cons
- Perpetuated class divisions and inequality
- Limited social mobility for serfs and peasants
- Dependence on agrarian economy led to stagnation