Why was Rochester castle important?

Answer 1

That depends on which siege you mean. There were four sieges of Rochester Castle: 1088, 1215 and 1264. The most well known is probably the siege of 1215. Two sieges occurred that year.

• 1088: This siege was led William Rufus.
• 1215: The first siege of this year was led by William d'Aubigny, in May.
• 1215: The second siege of this year was led by King John, in October.
• 1264: This siege was led by Simon de Montfort.

Answer 2

because it was in a strategic position, it was built on a river side that way it could block ships and cargo going to other castle which need to use that path to get there equipment and facilities. it was also a defencive castle.

Answer 3

There was a siege at Rochester castle because there was a dispute between the two sons of the previous King

Answer 4

it was built in Rochester to protect the river Medway so that invaders could not get to London by it

Answer 5

King John, some rebels he fought against and the church of England. Oh and a very important location Rochester Castle.