Very similar in build and usage.
In the siege of Acre
No, a belfry is not the same as a siege tower. A belfry is a structure that houses bells, typically found in churches or clock towers. In contrast, a siege tower is a mobile structure used in warfare to allow attackers to reach the walls of a fortified place, providing a platform for soldiers to assault the defenses. While both are architectural constructs, they serve very different purposes.
Siege towers often had cattle hides hung from the sides like curtains to stop oil and arrows.
to attack castles
assault, offense, attack
Siege towers fell out of favor with the advent of more advanced artillery in the late Middle Ages, particularly around the 15th century. As cannons and gunpowder became more effective, they rendered traditional siege tactics, including the use of towers, less practical. By the Renaissance, the focus shifted to artillery-based sieges, marking the decline of siege towers in warfare.
By being a boss
To destroy the siege towers and other siege weapons of the enemy army.
you kill it
Siege towers offered several advantages in medieval warfare. They provided a mobile platform that allowed attackers to scale walls and bypass defenses while offering protection from enemy projectiles. By placing archers and crossbowmen on top, they could provide covering fire, supporting the assault on the fortified structure. Additionally, siege towers often facilitated the rapid deployment of troops directly onto the enemy's battlements, increasing the chances of breaching the defenses.
Yes the Romans Used Siege towers. They were tall towers that were pushed upon a wall of fortification the Romans would climb up the ladders inside of it, stand on the platform that was on top then the soldiers would throws javelins and maybe arrows!!!
A slope on the wall to prevent siege towers and ladders