A political unit with a defined territory that exercises full control (Sovereignty) over its' internal and external affairs is a:
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City-State
Democracy
Republic
O Kratos
O Demos
State
Nation

1. knighthood able-bodied men who are hired by the vassal for the protection of the lord 2. standing army a call to appear in court 3. subinfeudation group of soldiers ready to do battle 4. summons a man who would give protection to the lord in exchange for land 5. vassal breaking down an already-smaller portion of land in exchange for services and protection