I now have a number of reproduction images of various locations available for purchase from my website. These are ideal for illustrating where your ancestors lived, or your village. Most date from the early 20th century around the time the 1901 or 1911 census was taken. There are also other subjects such as humorous lithographs dating from the start of the 19th century and early “glamour” images (not pornography but “Windmill Theatre” style poses from the early 20th century).
More location images will be placed on the site regularly.
FEUDAL RANKS (Part 2)
Squires: Young knights-in-training, usually between 14 to 21 years old.
Seigneurs: Lords of the manor, a manor being the smallest plot of land
Villeins/serfs: Live on and are bound to the manor or fief. They pay rent to the lord that owns it.
Servants: The lowest in rank. Workers owned by the wealthy including nobility and wealthy merchants
ANYONE SEEN THE KING?
In 955, officials were puzzled when young King Eadwig did not turn up for his own coronation feast. Puzzlement turned to rage when the 14 year old king was discovered in his bedchamber, enjoying the company of a young lady and her mother, his new crown discarded on the floor with his clothes.
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