3 DIMENSIONAL CASTLES
During the middle ages, castles served many functions. These giant stone structures needed to house not only a noble and his family, but it also housed soldiers, government officials, and a multitude of servants. A castle was a major feature in a military’s defense. The structure provided many advantages in fending off enemies. The thick walls took the brunt of any attack by holding the enemy out while allowing an army to hide safely within it. Towers provided lookout posts so an enemy approach could be seen easily and therefore increasing a defenders time to prepare. A drawbridge, gatehouse, portcullis, and set of heavy wooden doors protected the entrance to the castle. Arrow loops protected archers from enemy arrows while catwalks and crenelations protected soldiers manning the outer walls. For this project, you will work with a small group to build a 3D castle from the Middle Ages in order to demonstrate you knowledge of castles in the 12th and 13th century.
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