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Defensive Walls

Gideon Blackwood

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Defensive Walls explores how fortifications have influenced military strategy and the defense of civilizations from ancient times to the late medieval period. Examining the evolution of wall construction, adaptation of siege warfare, and socio-economic consequences, the book argues that defensive architecture shaped countless sieges and fundamentally influenced military thought and societal structures. Intriguingly, innovations like concentric castles and moats forced attackers to develop sophisticated methods of breaching defenses, such as mining and artillery. The book also reveals how the immense resources required for these structures impacted economies and reshaped social hierarchies.

 
The book begins by introducing fortification and siegecraft. It then analyzes the Great Wall of China, the Roman Empire's defensive lines like Hadrian's Wall, and medieval castles, primarily in Europe and the Middle East, to identify patterns in defense and offense. A unique perspective is its emphasis on the defender's viewpoint, highlighting the strategic thinking and resourcefulness of those who built and defended these walls.

 
By bridging military, architectural, and economic history, Defensive Walls offers a holistic understanding of fortifications' impact. The book connects to political science by examining how fortifications shaped territorial control and geopolitical power dynamics, using comparative analysis to explore commonalities and divergences in defensive strategies across cultures and time periods.
Disponible depuis: 29/03/2025.
Longueur d'impression: 61 pages.

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