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Motte and bailey castles significantly influenced medieval military architecture and feudal society. Their design, featuring a raised earthwork mound (motte) and an enclosed courtyard (bailey), provided a quick and effective means of defense against invaders. This structure enabled local lords to exert control over the surrounding land, reinforcing their power and facilitating the establishment of feudal systems. Additionally, motte and bailey castles played a crucial role in consolidating territorial claims during the Norman Conquest and subsequent periods of instability.
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Do motte and bailey castles have catapults?
im not sure but opposition used them against motte and baileys, if thats any help to you
Why did normans make these motte and baileys first?
to scare the English into surrender in 1066.
How did motte and baileys change over time?
it changed because wood is out of style
What is bad about motte and baileys?
It was easily burnable and it was made out of wood, which meant it was going to rot.
What are the advantages of motte and baileys castle?
its easy to build and its cheap because it is made out of wood
Where did the motte and bailey castle start off?
The Normans were the first to start building the motte and baileys they probably used them in Normandy in France and used them when they invaded England
What are the first type of Norman castles?
the motte and baileys which was made out of wood
Why were motte and baileys replaced?
well it was made of wood so it wasnt very sturdy and not all of them were needed in the end.
What did mottes and baileys look like?
Part of the Motte and Bailey was built on a hill! This is where the Lord and his Wife would stay and so would the rich people! Then on low ground there was another part of the Motte and Bailey which was built for Peasants to live in.
Why were mottes and bailey castles built in the south - east of Ireland?
Because the Normans built the motte and baileys when they invaded. The south east is where they arrived because it is closest to Wales
What is baileys name?
Baileys
Is it true or false did the normans bring the idea of castles with them from Norway?
true or false did the normans bring the idea of building castles from norway
