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Castles were not used anymore in the 16th century because of the use of gunpowder on the battle field. So they could be conquered in a single day because the enemy had big cannons which would blow the walls down.
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∙ 13y agoBecause once weapons were developed that could destroy even the strongest fortress there was no point to them anymore.
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Why were castles used in medieval warfare?
To defend and protect people and important places of course.
Why are catapults no longer used in warfare?
Because guns and cannons are much more effective.
What purposes did William the Conqueror use castles?
The castles were used to defend an area.
What are the components of a moden battle ship?
Battleships are no longer used in modern warfare. They have been replaced by the aircraft carrier support group.
What was the main tower of a castle in feudal times?
In the medieval period it was called a donjon. After the medieval period, when castles were no longer being built, the term used was "keep", a word that is widely used, incorrectly, today.
Why were castles used in medieval warfare?
To defend and protect people and important places of course.
Why are there no castles left today?
There are plenty of castles left. But none are used as a fortress. Today, many rich people move into a medieval castle, or a house with a European Castle style. Castles are no longer used as a battle installation due to the invention of the cannon in the 13th century.
Why are catapults no longer used in warfare?
Because guns and cannons are much more effective.
Is poison gas still used today?
poison gas is no longer allowed in warfare.
When were trebuchets first used to attack castles in siege warfare?
They were 1st introduced in China. The year is disagreed on. anywhere from 500bd to 11ad is what ive heard. -RO
Help what was the purpose of warfare in medieval Europe?
You conquer many castles and have honor and glory and be famous.
Do pharaohs live in Castles?
Pharaohs no longer live.
What castles were siege machines used on?
Motte and Bailey castles and Concentric castles
What types of castles were used in 066?
In 1066 Motte and bailey castles were used
Why did castles become palatial?
There are different reasons as to why castles became palatial. One main reason is because castles were no longer needed for defense, therefore were turned into palatial castles where people were free to visit and stay in.
Why where castles used less from 1350?
they stopped using castles because they did
Why was there a end of castles as fortified homes?
They had outlived their usefulness and were no longer needed
