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The first castle widely recognized to have a moat is the Motte and Bailey castle design, which emerged in the 10th century during the Norman conquests. One of the earliest examples is the Castle of Windsor in England, built by William the Conqueror. The moat served as a defensive feature, providing an additional barrier against attackers. Over time, moats became a common element in castle architecture across Europe.
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What surrounds the castle?
The water-filled trench around a castle is called a moat.
What is a trench that surrounds castle?
I think that the 'trench' you are thinking of is a moat. You could say that it is a trench full of water that surrounds the castle. If you are not thinking of a moat then I am sorry.
What is moat and drawbridge?
A moat is a body of water that circles a castle, and a drawbridge is part of the castle that lowers to allow people to cross the moat.
Who cleaned out the moat in the Norman castle?
The moat cleaners. ;)
What was the moat in the Motte and Bailey castles for?
the moat around the castle was there to protect the castle when it came under attack. A moat is basically a circle river dug around the castle. Hope this helps
What is in the moat at Captain Burke's castle?
The moat is filled with sharks
What is a homonym word for the trench around a castle?
A homonym for the trench around a castle could be "moat."
Does leeds castle have a moat?
Yes, Leeds Castle features a moat that surrounds the castle. Originally constructed for defense, the moat is now part of the castle's picturesque landscape, enhancing its beauty and historical charm. The water-filled moat adds to the castle's romantic and fairy-tale-like appearance, making it a popular attraction for visitors.
Where would you find a drawbridge in a castle?
at the main way in if the castle has a moat or ditch.if there not moat of ditch then there no drawbrigde un less the castle ramdom
What is the name for the protective ditch around a castle in middle ages?
A Moat
How do you 'moat' in a sentence?
I would like a larger alligator for the castle's moat, please.
What is a 4 letter word that describes the trench that surrounds a castle?
A 'moat'
