
Barony
Historic Land
Refers to large areas with specific boundaries, historically controlled by barons.
The old maps in the library depict the extent of the barony centuries ago.
Feudal System
Understanding 'barony' requires knowledge of the feudal system where lords ruled over land.
The barony included several villages under the baron's jurisdiction.
Baron's Wealth
The barony represented not just land, but the baron's wealth and power.
The size of the barony was a clear sign of the baron's influence.
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DomainDuchyEstateLordshipPrincipalityProvinceTerritory
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