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What is a bastille?
A bastille is a castle tower or fortified building, or a prison or jail.
What is the definition of a keep from Medieval Times?
In medieval times, a Keep is a fortified tower found within a castle. It was usually the most fortified interior part of the castle and was used as a last line of defense, where the nobility would hole themselves up in with their guards should the outer castle be taken.
What was the purpose of a castles donjon?
a keep and its the most important part in the castle
What is a barbacan?
A barbacan is an archaic term for a barbican, a tower at the entrance to a castle or fortified town, or a fortress at the end of a bridge.
What was the mote used for in medivel times?
In a motte-and-bailey castle - the motte is a fortified tower standing on a raised mound.
When was The Fortified Castle created?
The Castle in the Forest was created in 2007.
What is to church as tower is to castle?
Steeple is to church as tower is to castle.
What is a tower on a castle?
the tower on a castle is called a turret!
What is a Fortified structure around entrance to castle?
Gatehouse
How did soldiers within the siege tower get from the tower to the top of the castle wall?
The tower was built with platforms often about 10 feet apart. These were connected by ladders so the attacking soldiers could climb up inside the siege tower right to the top and jump onto the castle walls.
What are facts about the Vianden castle?
The Vianden castle was one of the largest fortified castles west of Rhine.
What does keep mean in history?
In historical contexts, a "keep" refers to the fortified tower or central structure within a medieval castle. It served as a residence for the lord or noble and was designed to provide defense against attacks. Keeps were often the strongest part of a castle, featuring thick walls and limited entrances to enhance security. Over time, they became symbols of power and authority in feudal societies.
