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because on a square tower one side could simply fall away from the rest; however in the round tower it was all one side so if one part wanted to fall over the other parts would be interlocking & would hold it in place.
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Are round towers round?
NO
When was Nantyglo Round Towers created?
Nantyglo Round Towers was created in 1816.
What were the defenses of castles?
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What were the defenses of concentric castles?
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Between the 9th and 12th centuries AD.
Where can you find round towers nowadays?
Between the 9th and 12th centuries AD.
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New technologies led to new industries that were difficult for governments to regulate
How did the changes brought about the industrial revolution undermine mercantilism?
New technologies led to new industries that were difficult for governments to regulate
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its a giant Dildo for giants
