Medieval Glossary
Mine
A tunnel dug underneath a fortification (such as a castle wall) to weaken and destroy it. Sappers usually dug mines during sieges.
Related term(s): Fortification; Sapper; Siege; Sapping
Category: Castles and Fortifications
Added: 12.04.04
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