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∙ 12y agoThese castles were often the last refuges for resistance against the Romans when they invaded Britain in 43AD. Henry II used castles as a symbol of his power, a national power that went beyond even that of his most powerful subjects.
For more information about Dover Castle go to:
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/dover-castle/history/
www.dover-kent.co.uk/defence/castle_history.htm
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dover_Castle
www.castlexplorer.co.uk/england/dover/dover_hist.php
www.infobritain.co.uk/dover_castle.htm
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Who built the dover castles?
It was built during the reign of Henry II. The architect was Maurice the Engineer, that is to say, of the first stronghold. It was extended over the centuries. So, to answer the question: there was not one builder of the Dover Castle.
What were the defenses of dover castle?
Dover castle is a concentric castle so it has two walls, it also has a dry ditch, drawbridge, towers and a wall walk. Please add to this
Where there any battles at dover castle?
yes
How many walls does Dover castle have?
100 walls
What is dover castle made of?
well, it is made up of bricks and cement
Where was dover castle built?
In Dover, England.
What is dover castle built out of?
Stone.
When was Dover castle first built?
1168
Who was dover castle built for?
Henry the 111
When was Dover castle discovered?
It was not discovered, it was built
What was the time when dover castle was built?
1180
When was the dover castle built?
go 2 google!!
What year was Dover Castle built?
The earliest castle at the site of Windsor Castle was built in 1070. The oldest building still there was built in 1154. So you might say it is 940, or 856, or just say about 900.
Why was Dover castle built on the white cliffs of Dover?
Because its a good military vantage point
What is the purpose of Dover castle?
It was built for defence purposes! by Nina x :) x
What is the population of dover castle?
The population of Dover castle is 28,156.
What is the name of the castle on top of the White Cliffs of Dover?
Dover Castle !
