1. kenilworth castle- 1120s- 1224 Flashcards
Who ordered the construction of Kenilworth Castle?
Henry I ordered Geoffrey de Clinton to build Kenilworth Castle.
When was Kenilworth Castle constructed?
The construction of Kenilworth Castle took place from the 1120s to 1224.
Why was Kenilworth Castle built?
It was built to check the power of the Earl of Warwick.
Who was Geoffrey de Clinton?
Geoffrey de Clinton was the chamberlain of Henry I and the builder of Kenilworth Castle.
What type of structure was the initial fortress at Kenilworth?
The initial fortress was a stone keep.
What additional feature did de Clinton build at Kenilworth Castle?
De Clinton built a low dam to create a small lake on one side of the castle.
What was the significance of Kenilworth Castle?
Kenilworth Castle was an extremely important fortress that controlled the Midlands.
How did Kenilworth Castle evolve over time?
It evolved to become a grand Royal Palace.
What happened to Kenilworth Castle after the Civil War?
Kenilworth Castle was destroyed after the Civil War.
what were the features of kenilworth castle in 1120s- 1224?
- square towers
- arched wooden roof
- narrow arrow loops
- inner bailey
what was the purpose of the square towers?
To make the walls as strong as possible
Where is the arched wooden roof located?
Above the Great Hall
what was the purpose of the narrow arrow loops?
They were very easy to shoot out of and hard to shoot into
What did the inner Bailey contain?
Blacksmiths and cook houses to feed and supply the nobles and their soldiers
Who expanded and improved Kenilworth during the thirteenth century?
King Henry II and King John.
What features were added to Kenilworth by King Henry II and King John?
Stone walls to protect the inner bailey and fortified gatehouses known as Mortimer’s Tower and Lunn’s Tower.
What did King John build to enhance the defenses of Kenilworth?
A dam to flood the nearby fields and enlarge the mere (lake) making it very difficult to attack
What were the dimensions of the lake after King John’s improvements?
The lake expanded to 800m long and 150m wide.
