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The King Ran The Courts In Medieval England

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The king ran the courts in Medieval England. The king 's court is a term that describes the king 's council and household. The court travelled with the king wherever he went. The king would seek advice from the wise (hopefully) men of his court which would include relatives, barons, lords, and members of the church such as bishops. The name "court" comes from the fact that most kings held court and made judgments. They would hear certain complaints and issues, especially issues between the most powerful barons and lords. Then they would make decisions with the help of their council. The king 's court often traveled around the kingdom so the king could see first hand what was going on in his realm. When the king showed up, the local subjects

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