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The towers on early castles were square until it was realised that incoming projectiles, rocks from catapults and cannon balls did considerable damage where ever they hit the towers. To reduce the damage it was reasoned that round towers would only suffer major damage if struck in the middle. Shot striking off-centre would have some of the force, and hopefully the ball or rock, deflected. This turned out to be the case.
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What are projection towers on castles?
Projection towers on castles are called a Buttress.
What were the defenses of castles?
The defences of a concentric castle were round towers - It was harder for attackers to make round towers collapse. Unlike square towers they had no corners, which collapsed if holes were dug underneath the foundations.
What were the defenses of concentric castles?
The defences of a concentric castle were round towers - It was harder for attackers to make round towers collapse. Unlike square towers they had no corners, which collapsed if holes were dug underneath the foundations.
When where siege towers built?
to attack castles
Are turrets long skinny towers on castles?
no
How did William defend his castles?
William defended his castles by making several walls and towers. Archers were placed on the walls and towers so they could shoot enemies as they came in.
What were towers in castles used for?
As an offense to see if invaders were coming
What stayed the same with castles?
Giant walls that are really thick...or towers
What did square keep castles change into?
concentric castles
How many towers does Caerphilly Castle have?
i think that castles have 4 towers or less. guards at each tower for protection
Where were square keep castles built?
Square keep castles were mainly built far from villages
When did square keep castles turn into concentric castles?
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