Castles Flashcards
To Understand What Castles Where Made Of And Other Aspects
Where did the Normans build there castles?
The Normans built there castles in London, Hereford and Winchester they usually built there castles in important places like at the mouth of a river or at a road junction or high over a dominating town.
What did Motte and Bailey castles have?
They consist of the Motte, Keep, Bridge, Drawbridge, Bailey, Palisade and a Moat.
What was below the Motte?
Below the Motte was the Bailey which had living quarters, animals and even a church the bailey was usually surrounded by a moat or ditch which was hard to attack.
Could a Motte and Bailey castle survive a siege?
Yes it had all the necessary water and food supplies to do so.
What defences did a Motte and Bailey castle have?
It had a strong wall with lookout towers.
