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The Role Of Noblewomen In Medieval England

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Medieval England is home to many diverse social groups, no two alike. Their three estates, or sections they believe to be created by God, include, those who fight, those who pray, and those who work (Mortimer 39). All citizens played an important role in their societies, each being just important as the next. In medieval times men were considered the most important members of society, but they wouldn’t be as successful without the help of women (Masculinity in Medieval). Noblewomen in particular were quite powerful. When the men were away they were expected to fill in their shoes with a significant amount of responsibility. They had absolute authority over their lands and finances to ensure that their manor ran smoothly until the men of
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