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Archaeology Wordsmith (961 words) |
 | Castles developed with the feudal system which installed a societal classification in which land and other privileges were granted in return for military service. |
| Castle architecture was revised with low walls which could be defended all around by artillery, the guns mounted on bastions and redans. |
| DEFINITION: An elevated mound of earth, part of the motte-and-bailey castle, which was crowned with a timber palisade and surrounded by a defensive ditch that also separated the motte from a palisaded outer compound, called the bailey. |
| Castles with Ghosts (1254 words) |
| The castle is associated with a ghostly bridal party. |
| The castle is said to be haunted by a Gray Lady. |
| The upper floor of the castle is said to be haunted by the daughter of the 14th Earl. |
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