The Monarch (King or Queen) and then there were the nobility who were landowners and "lords" over their "vassals" ... I would recommend wikipedia's article on "feudalism" and/or "medieval period"
The Monarch (King or Queen) and then there were the nobility who were landowners and "lords" over their "vassals" ... I would recommend wikipedia's article on "feudalism" and/or "medieval period"
The "Holy Roman Empire" led by the Pope. Google "history of Catholic Church". It was one of the most corrupt governments in history. Popes were power hungry dynasties - their sons became the next popes, some were married, others womanizers, and the 'celebacy' of the priesthood had nothing to do with spiritual commitment - it was instituted to put an end to nepotism. You'll find the true history of the church fascinating and revealing.
The "Holy Roman Empire" led by the Pope. Google "history of Catholic Church". It was one of the most corrupt governments in history. Popes were power hungry dynasties - their sons became the next popes, some were married, others womanizers, and the 'celebacy' of the priesthood had nothing to do with spiritual commitment - it was instituted to put an end to nepotism. You'll find the true history of the church fascinating and revealing.