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Bailey castles were significant because they represented a key development in medieval military architecture, combining a defensive structure with a fortified living space. The design typically featured a motte (a raised earthwork) and a bailey (a courtyard), providing a strategic vantage point and protection for the inhabitants. These castles served as administrative centers and symbols of power for local lords, playing a crucial role in the feudal system. Their construction marked a shift in warfare and settlement patterns during the Norman Conquest and beyond.
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What was the first castle founded called?
one of the very first castles was the Motte & Bailey Castle.
What does bailey have to do with castles?
The bailey is the castle wall or the court of the castle
When was the and bailey castle invented?
the Mott and bailey castle started in the year 1066.
What is the use of a Bailey in a Motte and Bailey castle?
A Bailey in a Motte and Bailey castle would be used to put the stables, guard room, blacksmith etc...
What is a bailey in a castle?
The Bailey in a castle was a courtyard insidethe wall or between two outer walls of a castle that surrounded The Keep.It was a Market Place and served as a gathering place for the locals residents.
What's the difference between a Motte and Bailey castle and a stone castle?
A Motte and bailey castle is made of mud and wood and a stone castle is made of stone. A Motte and Bailey castle sets on fire easily, Rots and isn't very strong. Stone castles, however Does not set on fire easily, doesn't rot and is very strong. Stone castles also have turrets and extra walls for added safety.
When was the castle made?
The motte and bailey castle
What type of castle is carisbrooke castle?
A motte and bailey castle
What is the bailey of a motte and bailey castle?
It is called a motte and baily castle that is it i think hope this helped
Did the motte and bailey castle have good defence?
yes and no. no-the castle was made out of wood, very easy to destroy. yes-they had soldiers working there and blacksmiths to supply arrows and other weapons. overall, the defence of a Motte and Bailey castle was quite poor.
What is a bailey on a castle?
The Bailey in a castle was a courtyard insidethe wall or between two outer walls of a castle that surrounded The Keep.It was a Market Place and served as a gathering place for the locals residents.
What is a name of a motte and bailey castle?
Give me the name of a mitte and bailey castle? There are loads of Motte and Bailey castles go to Google to find out the answer
