seignories (Meaning)

seignories

lordship, dominion, the territory of a lord, the territory over which a lord holds jurisdiction, the power or authority of a feudal lord

The seignories of New France granted land and privileges to noblemen and wealthy merchants.
The seigneur had the right to collect taxes, administer justice, and maintain roads within their seignory.
The habitants, or tenants, of the seignory held land in exchange for providing labor services to the seigneur.
The seignorial system in New France was modeled after the feudal system of medieval Europe.
The seigneur's manor house often served as the economic and social center of the seignory.
The seignory of Lachine was a vast territory that included the present-day city of Montreal.
The habitants of the seignory of Beaupré were known for their apple orchards and cider production.
The seignorial system in New France helped to stabilize society and promote economic growth.
The seignories of Acadia played a significant role in the region's history and culture.
The decline of the seignorial system in the late 18th century led to the emergence of a more democratic society in Quebec.

lordship, dominion, the territory of a lord, the territory over which a lord holds jurisdiction, the power or authority of a feudal lord

emirates, dominions, democracies, kingdoms, empires,dukedoms, republics, dictatorships, monarchies, provinces

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The seignories of New France granted land and privileges to noblemen and wealthy merchants.

The seigneur had the right to collect taxes, administer justice, and maintain roads within their seignory.

The habitants, or tenants, of the seignory held land in exchange for providing labor services to the seigneur.

The seignorial system in New France was modeled after the feudal system of medieval Europe.