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Was Pontefract Castle Once ‘the Greatest Castle In the North'?
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INTRODUCTION In this essay I aim to ascertain whether or not Pontefract Castle was once 'The Greatest Castle in the North. We have chosen to compare Pontefract Castle to Conisbrough and Peveril Castles, as the three were built both around the same time and in the same general locality. It would be unfair and unnecessary to compare a Castle further afield using these factors as geographical and building techniques could dramatically alter the building and quality of the Castle. There are three sections to this essay. These are: Pontefract Castle. Conisbrough Castle Peveril Castle Within each of these sections I will discuss: What is meant by 'The Greatest Castle In The North'. Why, when and where were the Castles built. Size. The Keeps. Other Important Towers. Were the Castles Royal Castles. Were the Castles ever besieged. When is a Castle deemed important. I will also include maps and diagrams to help find out whether or not Pontefract Castle was once 'The Greatest...
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