HST 378 - Medieval Noble Culture

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Surveys the world of the medieval nobility in the Central Middle Ages, c. 1000-1250. Topics include the rise of the knightly class, the role of castles, the function of blood feuds and vengeance, the importance of women and family to the nobility, and the way nobles connected to the crusades.
Prerequisite(s): WRT 160 or equivalent with a grade of 2.0 or higher.