![]() ![]() The power of any kingdom over its neighbours was only as solid as the strength of its king in battle. This helps to explain why the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms came and went so quickly. ![]() Any relative of the old king who could muster enough support could make a bid for the throne. Succession from father to son was never a forgone conclusion. If not, he would find himself out of a job or deprived of his life, or both. He was obliged to fight and keep fighting. A king's power was not hereditary it depended solely on his ability to win battles and so gain land, treasure, and slaves to give his supporters. One of these customs was fighting everyone in sight. Medieval England, France and Germany Saxon Britain 600-900 AD Finally came the time of progress in architecture, art, trade and science and the first form of democracy was introduced in 1462 AD. From the 14th century onwards most cities were fortified all over Europe to defend the citizens against Warlike Nobles. The people who suffered during this long period under the joke of the Church and the Warlike Kings, Counts and Dukes became more and more independent with the help of the Cities. This should result in the slowly dismantling of Kingdoms, Counties, Duchies and the power of the Roman Catholic Church. This should last for a thousand years (until about 1,450 AD) then the power of the cities and reformers became stronger and stronger. Medieval Europe The Early Middle Ages 500 - 1000 ADĪfter the fall of the Roman Empire the Nobles of Europe came to power with the help of the Roman Catholic Popes.
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