Episode 121: English Ascent
The History of English Podcast
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The Troubles With the French Language
Peasants had a tough time collecting fees and rents from their vassals. The courts were backlogged with cases trying to resolve these disputes. Court proceedings were conducted in French, and records were kept in Latin. Since most peasants only spoke English, they found it difficult to assert rights in court.
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