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Why were castles built and what was the purpose of a castle?
The first real castles were built in England by the invading Normans to remind the English that the Normans were now in control. Castles were built to provide safety and protection. They were also...
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When were the castles built?
When feudalism swept the land. The lords and nobles needed something to protect them.
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Where were castles built?
Castles were built in lots of different countries. Initially they were built in England by the Normans. Castles would usually be built on high ground as a vantage point, they were usually built near...
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What was a castle built on?
As far as materials for a foundation, large slabs of natural rock, or just hardened dirt. As far as location, anywhere, but they were generally built on strategic locations, such as cliffs over an...
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What are castle built out of?
Castles were built out of stone or brick