Medieval Glossary
Keep
The main (often central) tower of a castle that was usually the center of the castle's defense. The castle's outer defenses would be built around the keep. During the medieval period, the keep was usually known as the donjon.
Related term(s): Donjon; Courtyard; Postern; Turret
Category: Castles and Fortifications
Added: 09.04.04
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