The Age of Chivalry

chivalry- A code of behavior that demanded a knight fight bravely in defense of his three masters, his earthly lord(land owner), heavenly Lord(God), and his chosen lady. The ideal knight was loyal, brave and courteous.
tournament- mock battles that young knights took part in.
troubadour- traveling poet-musicians
2. Men today should be loyal, brave and courteous.
3. Leather saddles and stirrups. The saddle kept the warrior firmly in place and the stirrups enables him to ride and handle heavier weapons.
4. Lord, Lady, their family, knights and other men-at-arms, and the servants
5. Many stories idealized castle life. They glorified knighthood and chivalry, tournaments and real battles. Songs and poems about a knights undying love for a lady were also very popular. Epic Poetry recounted a hero's deeds and adventures.

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