Bandits and Thieves in the High Middle Ages

My question for this paper: Why were Bandits, thieves, Maruaders and outlaws etc such a vital part in forming the High middle ages?\r\n\r\n\r\ncan be on any topic that you want as long as it fits into the chronological and spatial framework of the course. The paper will have a thesis statement or argument. It will be your job to try to convince me of your point of view. Under no circumstances should you write a narrative paper that just describes a series of events. The thesis must be underlined. The paper should be footnoted according to the guidelines in the Chicago Manual of Style, double-spaced, in 12 pt font, with page numbers, and one inch margins all around. The length should be 10 pages, PLUS a title page(keep it simple, the title page is not an art project), and a bibliography page. Staple it (no paper clips, please) and do not put it in binders or folders.\r\n\r\na bibliography with at least 6 primary and 6 secondary sources. When looking for sources do not forget the journal literature. Your secondary sources should not come exclusively from books, but also from journal articles. Among the secondary sources included in your abstract, at least 2 must be articles, while the rest can be [login to view URL] abstract serves two purposes: to get you working on the paper early enough and to ensure that you have a viable thesis and source material. If you\'re unsure how to do one, you can click here for a sample abstract.\r\nYour final paper should consist of the following:\r\n\r\n An introduction with a clearly stated thesis (up to 1 page).\r\n A short section on the historical background to your topic (2-3 pages).\r\n The body of your argument with supporting primary and secondary sources (4-5 pages).\r\n A Conclusion (up to 1 page).\r\n\r\nBefore turning it in make sure that it is correctly annotated and that you have followed the suggestions / requirements.