How was the knightly army organized in Western Europe?

The knightly army in Western Europe was formed from feudal knights. The army consisted of knights-infantrymen, cavalry and other armed people. The knightly army in peacetime was engaged in their feudal affairs. they built their own castles, exploited the peasants. In order to keep fit and military training, the knights participated in tournaments and went hunting in the nearby forests. During the hostilities, they served as the main force of the European states. They worked more efficiently than the mercenary army.