The term "siege tower" originates from the Latin word "turris," meaning "tower," combined with the Old French "siege," meaning "to sit" or "to besiege." Siege towers were used in medieval warfare to breach fortifications by allowing attackers to reach the walls of a besieged castle or city. These structures were designed to protect soldiers as they approached enemy defenses. The concept and terminology evolved as military tactics advanced throughout history.
In Overlord II, to stand up the siege tower, you need to control your minions and direct them to the tower's base. Once there, use the command to have them lift the tower into an upright position. This action typically requires a sufficient number of minions to accomplish, so make sure to gather enough before attempting. After the tower is properly positioned, you can proceed with your assault on the enemy fortifications.
the Onager was built in 60 B.C
Siege machines were invented during ancient times, with their earliest forms appearing around 400 BCE in ancient Greece. Notable developments occurred during the Roman Empire, where various siege engines like the battering ram, catapult, and trebuchet were refined and widely used in warfare. These innovations significantly impacted military tactics and fortifications throughout history.
A trebuchet is defined as a machine used in medieval siege warfare for hurling large stones or other missiles. The first trebuchet was invented by the Chinese in the 4th century BC.
300 BC
it was invented by a roman called galeo dart
A siege tower is a tower on a wheeled platform to allow the attackers to climb up it and over the castle walls. Accurate doesn't come into it.
yes
the enemy could set the tower alight
It was pushed by many soldiers.
A siege tower is a temporary wooden tower on wheels used to help the besiegers get over the walls of the castle or town. It was pushed towards the walls until a ramp could be lowered, allowing direct access to the top of the wall, effectively negating the benefits the wall offered the defenders.
One of the oldest references to the mobile siege tower in ancient China was ironically a written dialogue primarily discussing naval warfare.
They were simply powered by the soldiers who built it.
The tower of hanoi was invented in 1883.........
Siege towers were of benefit in breaching enemy defenses/fortifications . For those within the siege engine itself they were in danger of having boiling oil scalding them and if the tower were set alight then those trapped could be burned alive or subject to missiles as they attempted to exit and flee from the tower itself .
They used wet animal hides on the front and both sides of the Belfry (or siege tower) to stop it from catching on fire. Hope this helps;-)