Life In Towns After 1066 Flashcards
1
Q
Why had change occurred in towns during Williams reign ?
A
Homes where knocked down to build castles
2
Q
What did towns start to do ?
A
Grow up around castles
The garrison bought food, clothing and other goods for local people
3
Q
Was it safer for merchants ?
A
Yes after 1071 England was safer for merchants to travel and trade
4
Q
Where there any French communities ?
A
Yes in areas like Nottingham and Southampton
5
Q
Did anything happen to trade ?
A
Yes
Ports on the south East did more trades with France due to the new links with Normandy
This brought more tin and especially wool to France
6
Q
How did the king collect tax from merchants ?
A
The more wealthy a merchant the higher tax
