FORTIFICATION
A work or installation with a primarily defensive purpose. Use FORT for prehistoric and early historic sites.
Cromwellian Fort (Non-Preferred) | Earthwork Fortification (Non-Preferred)
Classifications
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Monument Thesaurus (rcahms)
> Defence
>>> Bailey
>>> Barbican
>>> Barmkin
>>> Bastion
>>> Blockhouse
>>> Gate Tower
>>> Gun Emplacement
>>> Loopholed Wall
>>> Rampart
>>> Sallyport
Related Terms
Term | Note |
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BATTERY | A site where guns, mortars or searchlights are mounted. Use specific term where known. |
CASTLE | A medieval fortified building or range of buildings, serving as a royal, or baronial residence, or administrative centre. |
FORTRESS | A major fortified place, often a town, capable of containing a large force. If Roman use LEGIONARY FORTRESS. |
KEEP | The major tower of a fortification, often acting as its last defence. |