Across
1
Succession of rulers from same family
4
Union formed for mutual benefit
5
Relating to the Middle Ages
6
Ancient empire that conquered much of Europe
11
Practice of establishing foreign colonies
13
Government elected by the people
14
Fortified medieval residence
Down
2
Military blockade of a fortified place
3
Long and distinct period of history
7
Legislative assembly of a country
8
Exchange of goods between peoples
9
Government by the people
10
Deadly epidemic disease
12
Uprising against authority