Defending the Castles of Medieval Europe was critical! Because safety was so important, they added many structures that would later help them defend their castles in times of war. For example, when building the castle they made the top jagged, not just for the look, although it did look cool! It actually allowed them to shoot arrows down on the enemies below! The same goes for the walls of the castle. The castles often had tiny windows in the side of the walls. This is so that they were able to shoot arrows through the holes at their enemies without being too exposed. Also, by making the corners of the castle rounded, knights defending the castle were able to see around them better. These things are just some of the small, yet crucial details added for the protection of the castle!
Some of the larger steps taken to defend the castle include things like building moats, drawbridges, and even new stone castles! These things were a big part of keeping the castle safe. For example, the moats, which a path of water that flows around the outside of the castle kept the enemies from reaching the castle. They were unable to teach the castle because the moat was filled with the mud, twigs, and sticks! Gross! I don't think I'd cross the moat either! Anyway! Due to the unclean water and the occasional alligators (just kidding, they didn't use alligators!), attackers couldn't get in! In fact the only way to enter the castle was through the drawbridge! This entrance, of course was closely monitored by guards. Therefore, no enemies would have a chance to get in!
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