views of frankpledge

A form of view of frankpledge — A gathering and inspection that occurred twice a year where every freeman over the age of twelve was required to appear in order to prove their loyalty to the king and also sought nine other freemen to vouch for their good behavior.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of view of frankpledge
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