Anarchy and Henry Plantagenet to the Peasants' Revolt

Flashcards covering key concepts from the lecture on the Anarchy period, the Plantagenets, Magna Carta, and the Peasants' Revolt.

Anarchy

A state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority; a period in England marked by civil strife.

Henry I of England

King who succeeded William II in 1100 and attempted to establish a legal order but faced dynastic challenges.

Magna Carta

Signed in 1215, a charter that demanded certain liberties and limited royal authority.

Stephen of Blois

King of England during the Anarchy who faced Matilda's challenge for the throne.

Scutage

A fee paid by a vassal to a lord in lieu of military service; introduced by Henry II.

Thomas Becket

Appointed as Archbishop of Canterbury by Henry II; known for his conflict with the King over church autonomy.

Constitutions of Clarendon

A set of legislative procedures promulgated by Henry II asserting the Crown's authority over the Church.

Hundred Years' War

A series of conflicts fought between England and France from 1337 to 1453.

Order of the Garter

An order of chivalry founded by Edward III in 1348, symbolizing the highest honor for knights.

Peasants' Revolt

A major uprising in England in 1381 driven by taxation and social grievances.

Edward I

King who succeeded Henry III, known for summoning the Model Parliament.

Simon de Montfort

Leader of the baronial revolt against Henry III, called for the Great Council.