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Castles: Britain's Fortified History

Instruments of Invasion (Season 1, Episode 1)
TV Episode | 59 min | Documentary
Sam Willis looks at the history of the castle from its first appearance with the Normans in 1066 to the longest siege on English soil at Kenilworth Castle 200 years later. The castle arrived as an instrument of invasion, but soon became a ...See moreSam Willis looks at the history of the castle from its first appearance with the Normans in 1066 to the longest siege on English soil at Kenilworth Castle 200 years later. The castle arrived as an instrument of invasion, but soon became a weapon with which unruly barons challenged the crown. Tingtagel Castle, the place King Arthur is said to have been conceived, is also on the itinerary. It remains one of the most evocative of castles to this day, drawing visitors from around the world with its tales of myth and legend. Written by Enzedder See less
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Director
Ben Southwell
Producer
Ben Southwell
Editor
Aaron Jamieson
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Updated Dec 4, 2014
Release date
Dec 4, 2014 (United Kingdom)

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