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Medieval Essay

This essay explores the argument that the strengths of the feudal system in 12th century Scotland and England significantly outweighed its weaknesses. It examines the benefits to the King, Barons, Nobles, and the Church, highlighting the control, wealth, and privileges they gained. However, it also addresses the inherent risks and dependencies of loyalty in this hierarchical structure. By analyzing both sides, the essay concludes that while the feudal system provided substantial advantages, it was not without its vulnerabilities, prompting a balanced view of its overall effectiveness.

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Medieval Essay

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  1. Medieval Essay “In 12th Century Scotland and England, the strengths of the Feudal System considerably outweighed its weaknesses.” How accurate is this view?

  2. The King Benefits • The feudal structure placed the King firmly in control of the realm – Argument • The King could also use judicial rights as a form of patronage - KU • Through the oath of fealty he controlled the Barons – KU • The King was the supreme judge within the realm so had ultimate power- KU • The King was capable of increasing his own revenue through the feudal system - KU You will want to use 2 benefits to back up your argument

  3. Weaknesses The King • The King had to depend on the loyalty of those below him – Argument • If his Barons were to rebel then many of the advantages the King enjoyed would cease to be– KU • Young Henry and Richard revolted against their father (Henry 2nd) - KU Overall the Strengths of the Feudal system outweighed its weaknesses for the King You will want to use 1 weakness to back up your argument

  4. Benefits The Nobles/Barons • The Barons could exploit their land in the same way that the king did, but on a smaller scale – Argument • Lands received gave Barons/Nobles privileges that led to wealth – KU • These privileges gave Barons/Nobles judicial control, the right to bear arms, build castles and hold tournaments etc - KU You will want to use 2 benefits to back up your argument

  5. Weaknesses The Nobles/Barons • As with the King the Barons/Nobles had to rely on the loyalty of their tenants – Argument • They were required to perform 40 days of military service for the King – KU • The ability to summon an army could be inconvenient or dangerous - KU Overall the Strengths of the Feudal system outweighed its weaknesses for the King You will want to use 1 weakness to back up your argument

  6. The Church Benefits • In England the church was considered part of the feudal structure and thus benefited from grants of land from the King- Argument • This increased its wealth – KU • Some of the feudal incidents were irrelevant - KU • It never had to pay relief’s (inheritance tax) as it never died - KU You will want to use 2 benefits to back up your argument

  7. Weaknesses The Church • It was considered part of the feudal structure – Argument • Liable for military service - KU • Had to pay/raise levies to/for the King – KU You can make your own mind up here, do the benefits outweigh the weakness? You will want to use 1 weakness to back up your argument

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