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How to attack (and defend) a medieval castle - Connor C. Wilson

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Medieval European castles weren’t just for passive defense and withstanding enemy onslaughts; they were symbols of power, private residences, and hubs of governance. Castles regularly served as bases for launching attacks and as a way to control local populations. So, how were these formidable fortresses built? Connor C. Wilson explores how the design of these structures evolved over time.

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Meet The Creators

Educator
Connor C. Wilson
Director
Layron DeJarnette, Gumboyo
Narrator
Jack Cutmore-Scott
Music
Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio
Sound Designer
Anthony Nguyen, cAMP Studio
Director of Production
Gerta Xhelo
Produced by
Abdallah Ewis
Editorial Producer
Dan Kwartler
Script Editor
Stephanie H. Smith

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