Medieval fortification covers the development of fortification
? construction and use in
Europe roughly from the fall of the
Roman Empire to the
Renaissance. During this time of several hundred years, fortifications changed
warfare, and in turn were modified to suit new
tactics,
weapons and
siege techniques.
Fortification types
Castles
Towers
City walls
Harbours
Churces
Monsateries
Construction
Materials
Costs
Manpower
Structure
Walls
- Height
- Width
- Inner walls and gates
Gates
- Importance of gates
- Defences
Towers
Keeps and citadels
Stairs
Doors
See also: Medieval warfare, Medieval siege weaponry, [Medieval naval warfare]?
Factors influencing fortification construction:
Siegecraft:
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