the first person to build a Mott and bailey was William the conqueror
The Normans were the first to build motte and bailey castles. Their first castle built was at Mont Glonme on the river Loire in France, 990.
motte bailey castle
Strengths of a motte and Bailey castles are that its easy to build and quick to build. there is nothing cos there naf
The Normans were the first to build motte and bailey castles. Their first castle built was at Mont Glonme on the river Loire in France, 990. I hope this helps :D
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William built his first motte and bailey castle in England at Pevensey. He utalized a Roman fort for added defence. It is possible the wooden tower on top of the motte was brought by ship ready to assemble.
they were cheap quick and easy to build.
On hills or mounds
because they are made from wood.