Castles

Built to defend a defenseless Europe from the Vikings, Castles became the center of feudal life.

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Older castles were made of wood and had square corners. Newer castles were made of stone and had rounded corners
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Square corners provided room for the enemy to hide, dig or set-up ladders. Rounded corners decreased the space for the enemy and deflected incoming objects more easily.
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Arrow slits provided protective cover for archers. Innovations such as wedged walls provided archers with good range and multiple shot possibilities.
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If you were invading a castle, just hope you were left handed.