Medieval Glossary
Casemate
A structure built outside the base of castle walls. The structure had apertures through which archers could fire arrows at attackers using a battering ram or other siege weapon.
Related term(s): Battering Ram; Siege Weapon; Castle; Arrow
Category: Castles and Fortifications
Added: 09.07.04
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