Adoption of Local Methods of Fortification and the Building of Castles (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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Why did Outremer need extensive fortifications more than Western European kingdoms?
Why did Outremer need extensive fortifications more than Western European kingdoms?
It lacked natural eastern boundaries
Which three powers threatened the crusader states from different directions?
Which three powers threatened the crusader states from different directions?
Byzantines (north), Turks (east), Egyptians
How did the County of Tripoli use castles differently from other crusader states?
How did the County of Tripoli use castles differently from other crusader states?
For acquisition and offensive purposes
What distinguished spur castles from other fortification types?
What distinguished spur castles from other fortification types?
3 sides protected by cliffs or steep drops
What was the key design feature of concentric castles?
What was the key design feature of concentric castles?
Multiple rings of walls, one inside another
What was the main purpose of castles from the late 1160s onward?
What was the main purpose of castles from the late 1160s onward?
Defence and survival
Which three groups controlled the castle network in Outremer by 1100-87?
Which three groups controlled the castle network in Outremer by 1100-87?
Templars, Hospitallers, Government/local
In what year did Tripoli finally fall after the siege from Mount Pilgrim castle?
In what year did Tripoli finally fall after the siege from Mount Pilgrim castle?
1109
What was prioritized in early crusader castle construction?
What was prioritized in early crusader castle construction?
Speed to establish control quickly
Where was Krak des Chevaliers located and what did it defend?
Where was Krak des Chevaliers located and what did it defend?
Southern Syria, defending Al-Homs valley