Chapter 2 "Walls, Roads, and Bronze: Tools of Empire Creation" Flashcards
1
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Fortification
A
a defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack.
2
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Projectiles
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an object propelled through the air, especially one thrown as a weapon.
3
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Raid
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a sudden attack on an enemy
4
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Besiege
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surround (a place) with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender.
5
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Forage
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to search widely for food or provisions.
6
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metallurgist
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a scientist/technician who specializes in working with steel, aluminum, iron and copper.
