



smiles and disagreements
byManu•~41min
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In the Middle Ages, marriages often took place from the age of 12 for girls and 14 for boys. It was the age at which they were able to procreate. At this time, a simple smile indicated consent. Often when a member of the royal nobility could not be present at their own wedding, a representative would be sent, and the wedding would proceed normally. Obstinacy on the part of the bride was strongly forbidden, the recommendations were that they be as demure as possible. Of course, from time to time people appeared who refused to follow this pattern.
Synopsis
In the Middle Ages, marriages often took place from the age of 12 for girls and 14 for boys. It was the age at which they were able to procreate. At this time, a simple smile indicated consent. Often when a member of the royal nobility could not be present at their own wedding, a representative would be sent, and the wedding would proceed normally. Obstinacy on the part of the bride was strongly forbidden, the recommendations were that they be as demure as possible. Of course, from time to time people appeared who refused to follow this pattern.
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