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What is motte?
In the context of castles, it refers to the large mound or hill on which the keep stood.Natural or man-made mound.
What are the chances of the Earth ending within 50 years?
Pretty high if humans keep on polluting the earth and causing the atmosphere to thin out, allowing dangerous radiation into out planet.
Why was the Great Wall of China built and how was it built?
According to Aussies it was built to keep the rabbits out during the reign of Emperor Nazi Goring.
Where were stone keep castles built?
William the Conqueror first built stone keep castles to show that he is not scared of the British
What day was the Great Wall of China built?
it was built to keep the thieves so that they may not steal . OK. thank you
Why was castle mound in barnstaple built?
because the norman barons needed to keep watch on the english.
What were arundel castle's strong points?
The strong points of Arundel castle are the rounded corners because they have more surface area, the 9 feet thick wall surrounding the castle keep building built at the center of the Mott. This is the strongest part of the whole castle) and the 100 feet high Motte (a man made mound of earth.) Overall it is a very strong castle!!! :)
What is motte?
In the context of castles, it refers to the large mound or hill on which the keep stood.Natural or man-made mound.
What was the motte for in a castle?
The motte was the mound or hill upon which the main keep was typically sited, and was typically surrounded by a ditch (which was usually a side-effect from digging up enough earth to create the motte in the first place). It served as a defensive feature - not only did it give defenders high ground, but placing it on a hill, surrounded by a ditch, slowed the advance of any attackers. As well as this, it also gave a high vantage point from which to sight anybody trying to approach.
What colour would a motte be under a Bailey castle?
Definition of a MotteThe Motte can be defined as a giant mound of earth with a keep, or tower, built on topDefinition of a BaileyThe Bailey consisted of the outer wall of a castle and a courtyard which surrounded the keepDefinition of a Motte and Bailey CastleA Motte and Bailey Castle can be defined as a Medieval Norman castle which consisted of two connecting ditched stockaded mounds with the higher mound surmounted by a keep, a tower, and the other containing a courtyard, barracks, other buildings and livestock
What is a wall of earth to keep out water called?
A wall of earth built to keep out water is called a levee. Levees are commonly built along rivers, lakes, or coastlines to prevent flooding by reinforcing natural barriers with man-made structures.
Why was Arundel Castle built?
Originally the Motte (an artificial mound over 100 feet high) was built around a dry moat in 1068, followed by the gatehouse in 1070. It's original purpose was to protect the growing town of Arundel. King Henry I (1068-1135) settled the Castle and lands in dower to his second wife, Adeliza of Louvain. Three years after the king's death she married William d'Albini II, who built the stone keep on the motte.
What was a keep in middle ages?
Nothing, since the term "keep" was not used until the medieval period had ended.The term "donjon" was used, meaning the strong central tower of a castle - either of timber on an earth mound (in early castles), or of stone in later castles.
What plate is mound etna on?
the plate i keep my cumm on so screw my mom ;D
Is Leeds Castle a motte and bailey castle or a stone keep castle?
Leeds Castle is primarily classified as a stone keep castle. Originally built in the 9th century, it has undergone significant modifications over the centuries, transforming into a more elaborate stone structure. Unlike motte and bailey castles, which feature a wooden or earth mound (motte) and an enclosed courtyard (bailey), Leeds Castle's design reflects the characteristics of a fortified stone castle.
When were round keep castles built?
they built round keep castles because they did
What do pitchers keep behind the mound?
a rosin bag and a cleat cleaner, to get the dirt that builds up on them
