Medieval Castles: Fascinating Facts About Famous Castles in England from the Medieval Times
Medieval Castles are rich in historical significance. For instance, castles had many architectural touches for security purposes. One defense mechanism was a moat, a body of water that encircled the castle. A drawbridge could be raised so attacking forces would have to figure out a way over the moat if they were to breach the fortress. There were also narrow windows or loopholes in the castle so that stone could protect archers while they fired at the enemy.
Many Medieval castles also had spiral staircases so that besiegers would not have a straight route to the upper level chambers. There were also murder holes in the roof of the entrance to the castle. Burning oil or hot water could be poured through the holes and on soldiers who were storming the castle.
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Many Medieval castles also had spiral staircases so that besiegers would not have a straight route to the upper level chambers. There were also murder holes in the roof of the entrance to the castle. Burning oil or hot water could be poured through the holes and on soldiers who were storming the castle.
Medieval Castles: Fascinating Facts About Famous Castles in England from the Medieval Times
Medieval Castles are rich in historical significance. For instance, castles had many architectural touches for security purposes. One defense mechanism was a moat, a body of water that encircled the castle. A drawbridge could be raised so attacking forces would have to figure out a way over the moat if they were to breach the fortress. There were also narrow windows or loopholes in the castle so that stone could protect archers while they fired at the enemy.
Many Medieval castles also had spiral staircases so that besiegers would not have a straight route to the upper level chambers. There were also murder holes in the roof of the entrance to the castle. Burning oil or hot water could be poured through the holes and on soldiers who were storming the castle.
Many Medieval castles also had spiral staircases so that besiegers would not have a straight route to the upper level chambers. There were also murder holes in the roof of the entrance to the castle. Burning oil or hot water could be poured through the holes and on soldiers who were storming the castle.
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BN ID: | 2940012798787 |
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Publisher: | Ramsey Ponderosa Publishing |
Publication date: | 03/08/2013 |
Series: | "Quick Start Guide" Series , #21 |
Sold by: | Barnes & Noble |
Format: | eBook |
File size: | 1 MB |
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