Stronghold: A History of Military ArchitectureSchocken Books, 1985 - 192 pages |
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... Pele towers were similar in principle , but more sophisticated and of an even later date ( 1100- 1700 ) . They were ... tower from the depredations of his neighbour , was the next day riding out on his own blackmail expedition , but some pele ...
... Pele towers were similar in principle , but more sophisticated and of an even later date ( 1100- 1700 ) . They were ... tower from the depredations of his neighbour , was the next day riding out on his own blackmail expedition , but some pele ...
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