Medieval Migration - Impact of Migration Flashcards
What impact did the Norman conquerors and their descendants have on England?
The Norman conquerors and their descendants had a significant impact on English laws, land ownership, and government, shaping them in ways still felt today through the fastest and deepest transfer of land and wealth in the country’s history.
How did the Normans contribute to the development of naming conventions in England?
The Normans introduced surnames in England, based on occupations or places of origin, shaping the way people are named to this day.
What linguistic changes did the Normans bring to England?
The Normans introduced a new language, a dialect of Old French, which initially created a linguistic divide between rulers and the ruled, eventually merging with Old English to form Middle English, but leaving a legacy of separation between ‘higher’ French-origin words and ‘common’ English-origin words.
What was the impact of the Norman conquest on land ownership in England?
Within a few years of William the Conqueror becoming king, over 40% of the land in England was in the hands of a small number of Norman conquerors and their descendants, leading to significant changes in land ownership.
How did the Normans contribute to the abolition of slavery in England?
The Normans abolished slavery in England after the Domesday Book revealed that about 10% of the population was enslaved, leading to changes in societal structure.
How did the linguistic changes introduced by the Normans affect English language development?
The introduction of Old French by the Normans initially created a linguistic divide between rulers and the ruled, leading to the merging of Old English and Old French into Middle English, but leaving a lasting separation between words of French and English origin.
What was the primary impact of Jews brought over by King William I?
The Jews brought over by King William I primarily impacted the financial landscape, as their money was used to fund various projects such as building castles, cathedrals, churches, and paying soldiers’ wages.
How did the funds borrowed from Jewish moneylenders contribute to Norman rule in England and northern France?
The funds borrowed from Jewish moneylenders enabled the Normans to exert their power by financing the construction of infrastructure and paying soldiers’ wages, thus facilitating their rule in England and northern France.
What role did Jewish moneylenders play in the towns where they lived?
Jewish moneylenders in towns facilitated the startup of local businesses by providing loans, thereby supporting economic growth and development.
What dark precedent was set regarding the treatment of England’s Jews?
The treatment of England’s Jews set a dark precedent with the emergence of the Blood Libel, which originated in England and spread across Europe, leading to the murder of many Jews. Additionally, England was the first to enforce the wearing of a yellow badge by Jews, a measure later copied by Nazis in the 20th century.
What happened to England’s Jews in 1290, and what impact did it have on other countries?
England deported its Jews in 1290, setting a precedent for other countries to follow suit by expelling Jews from their territories.
How did Flemish and Dutch craftspeople contribute to England’s economy in the 14th and 15th centuries?
Flemish and Dutch craftspeople brought skills that transitioned England’s economy from one based on raw materials to manufacturing, particularly in woollen textiles, thereby bringing new wealth to England.
What was the impact of Flemish weavers on Manchester’s textile industry?
Flemish weavers in Manchester initiated the textile business, which eventually became world-famous, significantly impacting the fortunes of towns in southern and eastern England.
How did the influx of skilled immigrants affect cloth production in England?
The influx of skilled immigrants, particularly Flemish cloth workers, led to a rapid increase in cloth production in England, transforming it into a major cloth-producing nation and benefiting makers, merchants, and the Crown.
What role did Dutch women and Flemish brick makers play in England’s economy?
Dutch women taught brewers in East Anglia how to make beer using hops, while Flemish brick makers influenced house construction styles, contributing to England’s economic development.
