Friday, February 11, 2011

Henry VIII the Reformation King

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Henry VIII was a complex, powerful king. His firm belief in the superiority of the king over the Church lead to his break from Rome and th...
Sunday, February 6, 2011

When You want a real Palace You want Hampton Court

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The great palace complex of Hampton Court, home to the kings and queens of England (and later the United Kingdom) for more than three ...
Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Powis Castle-Where a Fortress became a Palace

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For more than 700 years Powis Castle has been in continuous use in Wales. The original keep is still very prominent . Powis Castle is ...
Monday, January 31, 2011

Krak de Chevaliers-Greates of all Crusader Castles

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The Krak De Chevaliers (Fortress of the Knights), was the main fortress and headquarters to the religious military order of the Knights Hos...
Thursday, January 27, 2011

Castle Defences

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Double gatehouse complex of the Tower of London. The drawbridge was a key defense for the gates of many castles. The Tower, a mini-cas...
Monday, January 24, 2011

The Castle-High Point of the Lords Defenses

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Ludlow Castle, on the Welsh boarder, looking a little worn as she nears her 1000 birthday. The original rectangular Norman Keep dates to 10...
Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Medieval Cathedrals-Built to the Glory of God

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Cathedrals of the Middle Ages were massive structures often taking up to a century or more to build. These massive, and expensive, structure...