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Beowulf's vassals are his loyal followers and warriors who serve him in exchange for his protection and support. In the epic poem "Beowulf," these vassals are depicted as brave and honorable fighters who accompany Beowulf on his quests and battles. They are bound to him by a code of loyalty and duty, known as the comitatus relationship, which was common in Anglo-Saxon society.
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Who do vassals have power over?
Vassals were loyal to the person(s) above them. Therefore a king may have a vassal who may have other vassals loyal to him. A vassal has power over his serfs, or his vassals. Also the vassals have power over the peasents.
Why did vassals have to serve lords?
Vassals had to serve lords because the vassals promised to serve a lord in exchange for land.
What is the plural of vassal?
The plural of vassal is vassals. As in "our vassals have sent us gifts of silk".
Did all vassals have their own vassals?
In many cases, vassals did have their own vassals, in a process called subinfeudation. There is a link below, but it does not give as much information as I would have liked to find.
What is the dressing of the vassals?
The dressing of the vassals was a tunic that had covered their leggings.
Who did the vassals eventually become and how did they support themselves?
Vassals could receive more land from the lord and if they were rich enough, vassals could become a lord to other vassals. Feudalism could become confusing.
How do you explain the difference between the vassals and serfs?
Explain the difference between the vassals and the serfs
Who forged beowulfs armor?
Wayland, a blacksmith of Germanic legend.
What happens to beowulfs weapons when he fights the dragon?
He got killed
Do vassals have children?
Yes, vassals can have children. Their children may inherit their titles and lands, continuing the family's lineage and influence within the feudal system.
What is the difference between the vassals and the serfs?
the vassals are the kings slaves and the serfs are like a nun and monks
What did the vassals give the serfs?
the vassals would give protection to the serfs and also protect the land
