Medieval times began after the fall of Western Rome in 476. It included the Vikings, Knights, The Battle Of Hastings, The Magna Carta and Feudalism.
One major development in the medieval period was castles. This diagram is one of the first type of castles to be built; a motte and bailey castle. These were built by William the Conqueror, shortly after his victory at the Battle Of Hastings. He built castles of a way of protecting him, his men and his resources safe. Many people didn't like the idea of William ruling over them, so the rebelled against him. Although there was a large amount of rebels, the castles won every time, keeping rebels out, or even if they did get in, they would be swiftly killed by William's men.
Motte and bailey castles were good, but because they were made of wood they rotted easily, or could be burned down quickly in a fire. Castles soon evolved over the years, becoming made of stone, with outer and inner walls and more defensive structures. They were a vital part in keeping people and resources safe from attackers.
Castles were a big development in medieval history and became extremely effective defensive structures. Their ability to keep attackers out and their men and resources safe was great.
One major development in the medieval period was castles. This diagram is one of the first type of castles to be built; a motte and bailey castle. These were built by William the Conqueror, shortly after his victory at the Battle Of Hastings. He built castles of a way of protecting him, his men and his resources safe. Many people didn't like the idea of William ruling over them, so the rebelled against him. Although there was a large amount of rebels, the castles won every time, keeping rebels out, or even if they did get in, they would be swiftly killed by William's men.
Motte and bailey castles were good, but because they were made of wood they rotted easily, or could be burned down quickly in a fire. Castles soon evolved over the years, becoming made of stone, with outer and inner walls and more defensive structures. They were a vital part in keeping people and resources safe from attackers.
Castles were a big development in medieval history and became extremely effective defensive structures. Their ability to keep attackers out and their men and resources safe was great.