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what is the round keep in the castle used for?

What is the purpose of the round keep in a castle? I’ve noticed that many castles feature a round keep, which often appears to be the central structure of the castle. However, it may not always serve as the main part. I’m curious about its historical significance and what functions it served within castle architecture.

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Anonymous

Jan 23, 2025

Medieval Castles

http://www.medieval-castle-siege-weapons.com/medie…

Life in a Medieval Castle

http://www.medieval-castle.com/

http://www.castlewales.com/life.html

http://www.castles-of-britain.com/castle6.htm

http://members.aol.com/TeacherNet/Medieval.html#Ca…

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Anonymous

Feb 17, 2025

The keep in a castle is the main fortress. The outer walls are the first part of the defences and everyone retreated to the keep after the outer walls were breached. The more powerful the owner, the more rings of defences he had, why some castles have more than 1 outer wall.

It was also the main place where the barons, kings etc lived and held thebanquets etc. When the keep fell the battle was well and truly lost …

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Anonymous

Feb 13, 2025

It was used as a dungeon or fortress when fighting. Check Wikipedia.

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