... England that William gave me for my share; When we conquered the Saxon at Hastings, and a nice little handful it is. But before you go over to rule it I want you to understand ... gathered for meals and other social events, the kitchens, barns, workshops, stables and the chapel. The entrance to the bailey was by means of a strongly defended gate, fronting a bridge over the ditch. The primary advantage of motte and bailey castles was that they were quick and ... within bowshot of the tower. Many of England's existing castles began as motte and bailey castles. Windsor Castle, Berkshire, pe...

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