History Flashcards
Moat
Wide trench filled with water surrounding the castle, making it harder for aproaching attackers.
Drawbridge
Bridge going over the moat, blocking entry, making it hard for attackers to cross moat.
Gatehouse
The outer rim of the castle where the portcullis, murder holes and guardrooms are located.
Barbican
Defensive structure protecting the main gate, forcing the attackers to engage with defenders.
Curtain walls
The outer defensive structure which protected the main gate, creating a strong barrier.
Towers
Provide vantage points for defenders
Murder holes
Openings in ceilings / passageways used for dropping surprise attacks
Portcullis
Heavy grated doors to block entrance
Bailey
Enclosed courtyards with separate defensive walls
Keep
The central & most fortified structure in the castles, used as last resort for defenders.
Black Death symptoms on day 1
Buboes appear in armpits & groin
Black Death symptoms on day 2
Vomit & develop fever
Black Death symptoms on day 3
Bleeding under the skin causing dark blotches
Black Death symptoms on day 4
Painful spasms & seizures
Black Death symptoms on day 5
Buboes burst & black liquid came from boils
