Trebuchet

it is used in order to break through walls. There are many that are used in order to just climb a wall such as the simple ladder, or the more complex mobile tower. There are other ones That launch high speed projectiles at the walls, such as the trebuchet or ballista. Lastly, there are siege machines that move up to walls or gates and smashes the walls in such as the battering ram, the cat, or the weasel. None of these Siege weapons would have come to existence and would have no purpose without…

in 1346. Siege guns effectively tore through castles. Now, fortifications that had taken decades to construct, were considerably less useful. Prove of the success of siege guns can be seen in that by the 1450’s, the commanders no longer used the Trebuchet. Now armies…

William Shakespeare’s estimated birth is around April 23, 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom ("Poet William Shakespeare”). He one of eight children of John Shakespeare and Mary Arden, and had two older sisters and five younger brothers ("Poet William Shakespeare”). Although sources say that no birth records exist, the estimated date of birth was presumed from church records that indicate that Shakespeare was baptized on April 26, 1564 ("William Shakespeare”). It is also presumed that…

“...And in the wake of recent events, we must now consider potential candidates for king--” “‘Recent events’? No need to sugarcoat it, Hubert, surely we are all tough enough to handle the news of King Mildred’s death…” An outspoken noble called out. “‘Potential candidates’? Surely, there is no other option except for Prince Bartholomew Theodore Bertram Kronin IV--” a greater baron pointed out. “Well… everyone knows about the rumours,” a lesser noble interrupted…

Castles of the Middle Ages Castles have been vital to history because they project power. Castles were vitally important in the way history was written, from tThe Middle Ages to World War II, castles have affected the way battles and other altercations have been decided. Castles are a major symbol of tThe mMiddle aAges, and maybe for an important reason. Castles would protect the village as a fort. Maybe more importantly, they would protect the king as they were homes for kings. Castles were…

Treasure Squandered For many years I have built the great hoard of wealth, and for many years mere men have tried to take it. My great, shining, epic, intimidating piles of wealth, towering to the top of this cavern I call home. The gleam of diamonds and silver coins, the metallic scent of iron, and the pillars of many precious items. There is one thing in which I treasure more than metal, my towering pile of skulls. The heads of my enemies, each thinking they were strong enough to destroy me,…