29. In the Twelfth Century, England Was A Feudalistic Society
A feudalistic society was one that was highly centralized along hierarchical lines. All of the lands belonged to the king, who loaned it out to noblemen. In turn, the noblemen were committed to raising up an army when needed. Sheriffs, their deputies, and even clergymen were representatives of the king, though they could rob from anyone without punishment. At the bottom of the ladder were the peasants.
