The Middle Ages in Europe

Where are we?• The Eastern half of the Empire becomes

the Byzantine Empire (capital city of Constantinople)

• The Western Half of the Empire is where we see the development of the Medieval era. (p. 265)

After the fall of Rome• Roman leaders were

removed from power• Most parts of the fallen

empire were by Germanic tribes who formed kingdoms (see p. 267)

• Most important kingdoms were the Franks, Ostrogoths and Visigoths, Lombards, and Saxons

• After the Romans left, there were no laws. No laws = no protection.

• Kings gave lands to warriors in exchange for loyalty and protection = the beginnings of FEUDALISM

• This FEUDAL system created order and gave people in society very specific roles and duties.

Roman laws and

social structure,

Military protection

and peace

Exchange of land and work for loyalty and protection = Feudalism

During Roman Empire (up to 476 CE)

After Roman Empire (after 476 CE)

CHRISTIANITY

TIMELINE

1. Using p. 200-201 as a guide, add the Roman Republic and Empire to your timeline.

2. Using p. 268-269 as a guide, add the middle ages to your timeline.

INCLUDE:

a)The dates

b)Titles for each section