Ringwork
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ringwork-301-13794938
title:
Ringwork
text:
A ringwork is a form of fortified defensive structure, usually circular or oval in shape. Ringworks are essentially motte-and-bailey castles without the motte. Defences were usually earthworks in the form of a ditch and bank surrounding the site. Ringworks originated in Germany in the 10th century as an early form of medieval castle and at first were little more than a fortified manor house. They appeared in England just prior to the Norman conquest and large numbers were built during the late 1
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Form of fortified defensive structure
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringwork
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2022-05-26T11:06:19Z
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