A Source Book of Mediæval History Documents Illustrative of European Life and Institutions from the German Invasions to the Renaissance

CHAPTER XIII.--THE FEUDAL SYSTEM

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34. Older Institutions Involving Elements of Feudalism 203

35. The Granting of Fiefs 214

36. The Ceremonies of Homage and Fealty 216

37. The Mutual Obligations of Lords and Vassals 220

38. Some of the More Important Rights of the Lord 221

39. The Peace and the Truce of God 228