Medieval Castles

Cynthia B.
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  1. outcrop
    the part of a rock formation that appears above the surface
    Another example is Conwy Castle in North Wales where the plans were restricted by the rocky outcrop it was built on and led to a design which has been likened to an hour glass.
  2. concentric
    having a common center
    Castle Architecture
    The simple motte and bailey castles from the 11th century with their timber frames and palisades evolved into substantial concentric castles by the 14th century.
  3. dune
    a ridge of sand created by the wind
    For example, Bamburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast was built on a very high ground overlooking dunes and the North Sea, hence its design and fortifications were built around the pros and cons of the location.
  4. palisade
    a strong fence made of stakes driven into the ground
    Castle Architecture
    The simple motte and bailey castles from the 11th century with their timber frames and palisades evolved into substantial concentric castles by the 14th century.
  5. castle
    a large building formerly occupied by a ruler and fortified against attack
    Castle Architecture
    The simple motte and bailey castles from the 11th century with their timber frames and palisades evolved into substantial concentric castles by the 14th century.
  6. medieval
    relating to or belonging to the Middle Ages
    Books on medieval castles, medieval history

    Castle architecture can be grouped into the following areas:
    In many instances the site itself would determine and even limit the castle plans.
  7. fortification
    the act of increasing the strength of something
    For example, Bamburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast was built on a very high ground overlooking dunes and the North Sea, hence its design and fortifications were built around the pros and cons of the location.
  8. architecture
    the discipline dealing with the design of fine buildings
    Castle Architecture
    The simple motte and bailey castles from the 11th century with their timber frames and palisades evolved into substantial concentric castles by the 14th century.
  9. Northumberland
    the northernmost county of England; has many Roman remains
    For example, Bamburgh Castle on the Northumberland coast was built on a very high ground overlooking dunes and the North Sea, hence its design and fortifications were built around the pros and cons of the location.
Created on Thu Mar 08 16:36:52 EST 2012

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