Describe the requirements and progression of events that would lead a man into knighthood?

Page. 1st stage: serves a squire; learns religion, manners, music, and dance.

squire. 2nd stage: serves and attends his lord; takes care of armour and weapons.

knight. Final Stage: knighted by king; follows the Code of Chivalry.

these are the three stages. there are a lot more events and requirements. i'm sure you can find them with a simple google search.