Medieval Military Hierarchy and the Feudal System During the Hundred Years War

Kevin Hicks discusses the rank structure of medieval armies during the Hundred Years War, emphasizing the influence of the feudal system. He explains the hierarchical command from the King to the vintenars, highlighting the importance of discipline in battles like Agincourt and Crecy. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the channel.

What was the primary reason for discussing the feudal system in the context of a medieval army?

• To highlight the connection between land ownership and military command

• To show how land was distributed among the peasants

• To explain the social hierarchy of medieval times

• To describe the cultural changes after the Norman invasion

What percentage of land did the King keep for himself under the feudal system?

• 55%

• 25%

• 10%

• 20%

Who was in overall charge of the English army during the Hundred Years War?

• The Earl Constable

• The Vintner

• The Earl Marshal

• The King

What role did the Earl Constable and Earl Marshals play in the army?

• They were in charge of the cavalry

• They commanded the vanguard and rear guard

• They led the archers

• They managed the supply lines

What was a key factor in the success of the English army at the Battle of Agincourt?

• Advanced weaponry

• Discipline

• Superior numbers

• Allied support

What was the primary role of the bowmen in the English army?

• To manage the supply lines

• To engage in hand-to-hand combat

• To provide long-range attack capabilities

• To lead the cavalry charges

How many men were typically commanded by a vintner in a medieval army?

• 20

• 10

• 100

• 50

In the rank structure, who was responsible for commanding a group of 100 men?

• Centenar

• Earl Marshal

• Vintner

• Millenar

What was the role of a millenar in the medieval army?

• To command a group of 20 men

• To oversee the entire army

• To command a group of 1,000 men

• To manage the supply lines

How did noblemen's retinues fit into the medieval army's command structure?

• They operated independently

• They followed the same command structure

• They were only used for special missions

• They were not part of the army