Fortification Collection (page 7)

ROLLO (c860-c931). Norse chieftain and Viking leader. Rollo and his fleet attack Paris, France, in 885 A. D
ROLLO (c860-c931). Norse chieftain and Viking leader. Rollo and his fleet attack Paris, France, in 885 A.D. Wood engraving, 19th century

Castle of Pierrefonds, medieval France
Castle of Pierrefonds, built circa 1400, restoration by Viollet-le-Duc, 1858. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Germanic invasion stopped at Fiesole, 406 AD
Roman general Flavius Stilicho confronts Radagaisus, Ostrogoth leader, at Fiesole. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Medieval Fortification, Hume Castle, 1988
Hume Castle, Scottish Borders, Scotland

Aydon Castle J860107
AYDON CASTLE, Northumberland. View of the orchard and the 13th century fortified manor house

Housesteads Roman Fort N080599
HADRIANs WALL: HOUSESTEADS FORT, Northumberland. View of the latrine block showing the water troughs and channel. hadrian

Dover Castle K940322
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. View of the Inner Bailey from the North West

Warkworth Castle K920122
WARKWORTH CASTLE, Northumberland. The Castle Keep from the River Coquet

Birdoswald Roman Fort N070974
HADRIANs WALL: BIRDOSWALD ROMAN FORT, Cumbria. Remains of Roman walls with tree and visitors on the horizon. hadrian

Cliffords Tower J920591
CLIFFORDs TOWER, YORK CASTLE, North Yorkshire. A reconstruction drawing of the motte, bailey & early timber buildings; late 11th century built on the orders of William I

Beeston Castle J870184
BEESTON CASTLE, Cheshire. Reconstruction drawing by Ivan Lapper of the Outer Gatehouse with hay carts entering the castle

Launceston Castle, Cornwall DP264413
Launceston Castle, Castle Lodge, Launceston, Cornwall. Drone photography, aerial view of the motte, shell keep and gatehouse from the south-west

Weavers Castle, Eriskay, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, c. 1880 s
19th century vintage photograph: Weavers Castle, Eriskay, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, c.1880 s

Buchanan Castle, East Front, 1933. Creator: Unknown
Buchanan Castle, East Front, 1933. View of Buchanan Castle, a country house in Stirlingshire, Scotland. It was built in the mid 19th century as a home for the Montrose family

Sunrise at Haldon Belvedere (Lawrence Castle) in winter, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Medieval walls of Pembroke Castle (Castell Penfro), birthplace of King Henry VII of England, Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

View of Richmond, Yorkshire, England, 1788. Creator: George Cuit
View of Richmond, Yorkshire, England, 1788

A Cricket Match at Christchurch Priory, Hampshire, 1850, (1947). Creator: Unknown
A Cricket Match at Christchurch Priory, Hampshire, 1850, (1947). Spectators watching a match on Stanpit Marsh outside the town of Christchurch, (now in Dorset)

Bowes Castle, Durham DP175364
Bowes Castle, Durham. Henry IIs 12-century keep, on the site of a Roman fort guarding strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines

The Connaught Rangers. The Capture of The Citadel at Badajoz, 1812, (1939). British forces storming a French-held fortress in Spain during the Battle of Badajoz, 6 April 1812

Two Rogues Calling Themselves Weavers Made Their Appearance, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
Two Rogues Calling Themselves Weavers Made Their Appearance, c1930. An illustration from The Emperors New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

Plan of Bremenium, 1902. Bremenium was an ancient Roman fort (castra) located at Rochester, Northumberland, England. The fort was one of the defensive structures built along Dere Street

Mary Queen of Scots Compelled To Sign Her Abdication in Lochleven Castle, 1567, (1878). Artist: Thomas Brown
Mary Queen of Scots Compelled To Sign Her Abdication in Lochleven Castle, 1567, (1878). After Sir William Allan (1782-1850)

The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough, 1840. Artist: John Rogers
The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough, 1840. Robert Burns, Scottish poet. Burns (1759-1796) was a pioneer of the Romantic movement

Windsor Castle, 1880. A watercolour sketch from Windsor Castle and the Water-Way Thither by W H Davenport Adams, published by Marcus Ward and Co, (London, 1880)

Agnes, Countess of Dunbar (1312?-1369), known as Black Agnes, 1338 (early 20th century). She is seen on the battlements at the defence of Dunbar Castle in 1337-1338 when her husband

April, 1412-1416. Artist: Paul Limbourg
April, 1412-1416. Planetary figure of the Sun in his chariot, and zodiac figures of Aries (Ram) and Taurus (Bull) at the top

Wertheim, Germany Wertheim Castle overlooks the Main river valley

Crusaders Castle in Syria
Syria, crusaders castle of Krak Des Chevaliers (Qala at al Hosn), a UNESCO Site

Overlooking the historic town of Begur with the remains of the castle of Begur, Costa Brava, Spain, Iberian Peninsula, Europe

Old watchtower Baluarte de San Diego, Intramuros, Manila, Luzon, Philippines, Southeast Asia, Asia

Dover Castle N120036
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. The Great Tower, Inner Bailey and North Barbican from the north west

The Roman West Gate, Pevensey Castle J940501
PEVENSEY CASTLE, East Sussex.The Roman West Gate

Garrison Walls, St Marys, Isles of Scilly N100221
GARRISON WALLS, St Mary s, Isles of Scilly. Aerial view of the Elizabethan Star Castle

Helmsley Castle N100097
HELMSLEY CASTLE, North Yorkshire. View of the castle showing the ruins in its rural setting

Rochester Castle J860149
ROCHESTER CASTLE, Kent. View of the keep from castle grounds

Dover Castle Great Tower N090150
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Exterior view of the Keep, from the North East

Malta, Valletta. The fortified walls of Senglea, one of the many fingers of the city that jut into the Grand Harbour

Stokesay Castle K011754
STOKESAY CASTLE, Shropshire. A 13th century fortified manor house. View of the castle from the south west with swans and pond in the foreground

Etal Castle K971839
ETAL CASTLE, Northumberland. View of the Tower House from the west with the Gatehouse beyond

Goodrich Castle and surrounding countryside N080739
GOODRICH CASTLE, Herefordshire. Aerial view of the castle showing its strategic positioning beside the River Wye

Pendennis Castle N080668
PENDENNIS CASTLE, Cornwall. Exterior view of the Keep

Stokesay Castle N080445
STOKESAY CASTLE, Shropshire. View of the Hall including the North and South Towers

Cliffords Tower J860200
CLIFFORDs TOWER, York, North Yorkshire. View from the river. clifford

Calshot Castle J860256
CALSHOT CASTLE, Hampshire. The keep lit up at night. This is one of the Henry VIII device forts on the Solent, protecting the mouth of Southampton Water

St Mawes Castle N070921
ST MAWES CASTLE, Cornwall. Detail of the coat of arms which appears above the entrance to the castle

Berwick Ramparts K981880
BERWICK RAMPARTS, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland. View of the Elizabethan artillery fort. Cumberland Bastion with Brass Bastion in the distance

Carlisle Castle N071440
CARLISLE CASTLE, Cumbria. View of the curtain wall, gatehouse and keep

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"Discover the Majestic Fortifications Across the United Kingdom and Europe" Conisbrough Castle J910009: Step back in time as you explore the formidable walls of Conisbrough Castle, a symbol of strength and power. Barnard Castle J860320: Marvel at the strategic location of Barnard Castle, perched high above the River Tees, offering unparalleled views and protection. Portchester Castle K991184: Immerse yourself in history at Portchester Castle, where Roman fortifications blend seamlessly with medieval architecture. Nunney Castle N061017: Admire the charming ruins of Nunney Castle, a small but mighty fortress nestled amidst picturesque surroundings. Iron-age British Camp hill fort and Malvern Hills in autumn, Great Malvern, Worcestershire: Witness nature's beauty while exploring an ancient hill fort on the stunning Malvern Hills during autumnal splendor. Dunnottar Castle outside Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, Scotland: Experience awe-inspiring coastal vistas from Dunnottar Castle's dramatic cliff-top perch - a true testament to Scotland's rich heritage. Roman latrine J000112: Uncover fascinating insights into daily life within Roman forts as you visit this well-preserved latrine - a unique glimpse into ancient hygiene practices. Steam train on Swanage Railway near Corfe Castle, Dorset: Travel back in time aboard a steam train through picturesque countryside to reach Corfe Castle - an enchanting journey filled with nostalgia. Carreg Cennen Castle near Llandeilo, Brecon Beacons National Park, Carmarthenshire: Be captivated by Carreg Cennen castle's rugged beauty as it stands proudly atop a limestone crag amidst breathtaking Welsh landscapes. Bamburgh Castle K021974: Behold one of Northumberland's most iconic landmarks - Bamburgh Castle, an imposing fortress overlooking the stunning North Sea coastline.