How medieval fortresses were built for war
In the ninth and tenth centuries, castles were often built of wood and easily burned down by enemies. As unrest spread across ...
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Castles And Contemporary Art In The Umbrian Countryside
It’s a fairy tale landscape where medieval towers stand as weathered sentinels over a sun-drenched landscape, where castles grow in orchards and where Umbria overlaps with Tuscany. The valley of ...
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KS3 History: Building a medieval castle
PETER GINN: Castles dominated the landscape of the medieval age and Britain have some of the finest examples in the world. They were grand fortifications designed to protect and to intimidate ...
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Why Does Scotland Have So Many Castles? Discover the Legacy of Scottish Fortresses
From the Scottish Borders’ strongholds to the homes of the wealthy, castles reveal Scotland’s history and spirit. Scotland’s ...