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Illustration of an aerial view of an 11th century Norman castle in Europe. From this view, it is possible to see the outer wall, moat, outer and inner courts, the keep, turrets, stables and other interior buildings. There is a palisade of stakes around the moat.

An 11th Century Norman Castle, Aerial View

Illustration of an aerial view of an 11th century Norman castle in Europe. From this view, it is possible…

"A projecting watchtower, or other advanced work, before the gate of a castle or fortified town. The term Barbican was more specially applied to the outwork intended to defend the drawbridge, which in moden fortifications is called the tete du pont." — Chambers' Encyclopedia, 1875

Barbican

"A projecting watchtower, or other advanced work, before the gate of a castle or fortified town. The…

"Details of a castle: 1. Fortified approach 2. Drawbridge 3. Moat 4. Donjon or keep 5. Towers flanking main entrance 6. Angle towers for defense of outer wall 7. Chapel." -Foster, 1921

Castle Parts

"Details of a castle: 1. Fortified approach 2. Drawbridge 3. Moat 4. Donjon or keep 5. Towers flanking…

The drawbridge of a castle.

Drawbridge

The drawbridge of a castle.