How did Henry attempt to reassert royal authority: Forest Law Flashcards
What did crushing the revolt allow Henry to do?
Consolidate his power
Who did Henry make an example out of?
Earl of Leicester and Hugh Bigod
How did Henry make an example out of Earl of Leicester and Hugh Bigod?
He imprisoned them and took their castles
Who was Henry in a strong posisiton with?
William of Scotland
Which treaty created peace between England and Scotland?
Treaty of Falaise
What did William of Scotland have to do under the Treaty of Falaise?
- Pay homage to Henry in York
- Surrender 5 castles
What was one of the hallmarks of the feudal system by William I?
Laws
How were forest treated under anglo-saxon laws?
They were shared among the people and weren’t exclusive to the king
What did the Forest Laws state?
It was forbided to hunt, cut wood or cut anything growing in the forest
Which king did the Forest Laws lapse under?
Stephen