Feudal Contract

The feudal contract was an agreement in medieval Europe that defined the relationship between a lord and a vassal. Under this system, a vassal would pledge loyalty and service to a lord in exchange for land or protection. This meant that the vassal managed the land and provided military support, while the lord offered security and governance. The feudal contract established mutual obligations, where both parties relied on each other for resources and safety, forming the foundation of society and governance in feudal times.