Scottish feudal lordship

Alright kiddo, let’s talk about Scottish feudal lordship.

Feudal lordship was a system of government that was used in olden times in Europe. It was a way of organizing the society and it was practiced by the kings and lords. In Scotland, the lords were the people who owned most of the land and had a lot of power in the society.

Now, let’s imagine that you are the king of Scotland. You want to keep your people happy and protected, but you can’t do that all by yourself. So, you decide to give some land and power to other people you trust, these people are the lords.

Each lord would be given a piece of land, and in return, they would owe you loyalty, support, and military service if needed. They would also be allowed to own the people who worked on their land (also known as serfs) and charge them rent, taxes or a portion of their crops as payment for using the land. These lords became known as feudal lords or barons.

The feudal lordship system created a hierarchy in the society. The king was the most powerful, followed by the lords, then the knights, and at the bottom were the peasants or serfs who worked for the lords. The system lasted for centuries, evolving over time as society changed.

In Scotland, some lords became very powerful and built castles to protect themselves and their land from enemies. They had knights who worked for them, and they were responsible for maintaining order and justice in their land. In exchange for their services, they were allowed to keep some of the goods seized from battles, but had to share with the king.

Now, over time, some lords became too powerful and started challenging the king's authority, leading to conflicts and wars. But this system of feudal lordship continued to be a part of the Scottish culture, history and legacy.

I hope this helps you understand Scottish feudal lordship, kiddo!