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Fortified Castles

Fortified Castles

From the beginning of the Middle Ages, castles have imposed themselves as symbols of power. Over time, France will cover itself with fortresses built according to almost identical plans. It was in the 12th and 13th centuries that castles took their typical form and truly knew their golden age! Their architecture will freeze for eternity the very image of these medieval buildings. How to explain this prosperous period? What technologies did the architects of the Middle Ages deploy to accomplish such monumental works? To better understand it, we will follow a group of medieval history enthusiasts. Together, they imagined a crazy project: to build a real fortified castle using the methods of the 13th century. Through this titanic challenge, this documentary finally pierces the mysteries of the great builders of History.

Created BySerge TignèresBenoît Poisson
StatusEnded
Original NameL’age D’or Des Châteaux Forts
First Air DateOctober 18, 2018
Last Air DateOctober 18, 2018
Seasons1
Episodes2
Episode Runtime 54min
LanguageEnglish, French
Original LanguageFrench
Production CountriesFrance
Production CompaniesPeignoir ProdToute L'Histoire
NetworksToute l'HistoireCuriosityStream
The Rise and Fall
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The Rise and Fall

The documentary "Fortified Castes: The Rise and Fall" details the evolution of the defensive systems that the castles acquired in the 14th century. With the invention of powder and cannons, how were these majestic buildings able to maintain themselves in the French landscape?

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