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England came about as a result of the unification of a number of small Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, such as Wessex, Mercia, and Northumbria, which fought with each other. If we are dealing with the English as begin people after that time, their primary enemies were the Danes and other Vikings, the Welsh, Normans, the Scots, and France. There were a number of others, but really none that would be likely to invade.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe idea of exactly who were "English" changed over the very long medieval period.
In Saxon times (up to 1066) the English were made up of Jutes, Frisians, Saxons, Angles, Wends, Franks and other German invaders who called themselves "English".
The Normans arrived in 1066 as enemies of the "English" but they conquered and remained, becoming integrated as part of the population by the early 12th century. They were definitely not French, but Scandinavians who had settled in part of France that became Normandy - they considered themselves to be a separate Norman people.
The Scots were enemies of these Anglo-Normans during the 12th century and beyond; the Welsh represented a smaller but equally dangerous threat until Wales was eventually subjugated.
By the 13th century English kings were fighting wars against the French which went on until the 15th century.
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What were knights rarely punished for in the Middle Ages?
for giving out secret information to there enemy.
Where did the surname Sherratt originate?
Heartily wielding the family motto of "Envy is an enemy to honour!" through the gathering mists of time from Cheshire, this proud and noble English family is known to have held family seat from the Middle Ages.
What are three types of weapons used in middle ages battles?
The three main weapons used in middle ages battles in Europe were swords, maces and English longbows
What are crenelations from middle ages?
crenelations are the short defensive wall on the battlements of castles which allowed the defenders to both have cover and attach the enemy.
What is the third period of the middle ages called?
The third period of the Middle Ages was the Late Middle Ages. The first is called the Early Middle Ages or the Dark Age. The second period was the High Middle Ages.
What does Middle English typically describe?
Middle English typically describes dialects of the English language dating back to the Middle Ages. The time period for this dialect was between the High and Late Middle Ages, thus giving it the name "Middle English".
What were knights rarely punished for in the Middle Ages?
for giving out secret information to there enemy.
What is the purpose for castels in the middle ages?
Castles were built as a form of protection and were strongholds against the enemy.
What did the English use to write during the middle ages?
Quill pens
In the middle ages what did English build to defend their country?
Earlier in the Middle Ages, they built fleets of ships to combat pirates and Vikings. Later on they built castles.
What are the uses of the catapult?
During the Middle Ages, catapults were used to fling diseased animals across into enemy fortresses and cities.
Where did the surname Sherratt originate?
Heartily wielding the family motto of "Envy is an enemy to honour!" through the gathering mists of time from Cheshire, this proud and noble English family is known to have held family seat from the Middle Ages.
What significantly limited the power if English kings in the middle ages?
Magna Carta
What cause limited the power of English kings in the middle ages?
Magna Carta
Another university founded by English students during the middle ages?
The answer is Oxford.
What significantly limited the power of english kings in the middle ages?
norman conquest
What are three types of weapons used in middle ages battles?
The three main weapons used in middle ages battles in Europe were swords, maces and English longbows
