| |
Medieval England - daily life in medieval towns Towns. A new class emerged during the Middle Ages; the merchant. The growth of trade and the merchant middle class went hand in hand with the growth in towns. Town populations swelled during this period, particularly after the Black Death. Trade routes grew, though roads remained poor and dangerous, so most goods were transported by water. A 15th century goldsmith's shop Towns were built on trade, and the elite of towns were the merchants. Merchant guilds controlled town government, though they often clashed with craft guilds for power. Merchants needed stability for trade, so they supported the king and the establishment of a strong central government against the rule of individual nobles. The king, for his More... (Submit New Medieval Art Lyrics) (Submit New Medieval Art Lyrics) | | ||||||||||
Copyright © 2000-2007 sing365.com