Knights were noblemen who fought or horseback and often lived in castles.This lifestyle began in the early Middle Ages (see page 38)in France, and spread across Europe. Knights were successful because they were part of a system that helped kings win wars and govern their kingdoms.It was known as the feudal system.

First Knights

Building a Castle

Castle Designs

Parts of the Castle

Castle Life

Becoming a Knight

Heraldry

Horsemanship

Weapons and Fighting

Armour

Siege

Defence

The Crusades

The Knight’s Manor

Peacetime Pursuits

Tournaments

The Last Castles

Timeline

Index and Answers