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What is a porcullis in medeival times?
A portcullis was a large gate, usually in a frame that allowed it to be raised or lowered depending on was there. If you think of any medieval movie where a gate was raised or lowered, that was a portcullis.
What is included in the medieval castle WikiAnswers?
moat drawbrige portcullis
What do you call the spiked gate on a medieval castle?
it is called a portcullis
Does warwick castle have a portcullis?
Yes, Warwick Castle does have a portcullis. The portcullis is a heavy grilled door that can be dropped down to block entry, enhancing the castle's defenses. It is part of the castle's impressive gatehouse, which showcases its medieval architecture and fortifications. Visitors can see and appreciate this historical feature during their tours of the castle.
What was a castle used for in medieval times?
castles were used for defence and it protected the people inside the castle an example of a defensive castle would be carrickfergus castle. Major defence points were portcullis, murder holes, arrow slits ect.
What did they use for defenses in medieval times?
Castle
Can you give me a sentence for portcullis?
A portcullis is a heavy metal grate used as a gate. The guards raised the portcullis of the castle.
How did people use maracas in the medieval times?
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What did London use to be called in medieval times?
Londinium
What did the popes in Medieval times use phragmites?
they didnt!
What is a barbican portucullis?
A barbican portcullis is a defensive feature commonly found in medieval fortifications, particularly at the entrance of castles or fortified towns. The barbican is an outer defense structure that acts as a gateway, while the portcullis is a heavy grilled gate that can be lowered to block access. Together, they enhance security by allowing defenders to control entry and deter attackers. The combination of these elements was crucial in medieval military architecture.
How do parapets make a medieval castle stronger?
they make it stronger by making it out of stone, using octagonal towers and have a well fortified gatehouse, including at least one portcullis.
