vertical hole in a wall used for shooting bow and crossbow.

advanced defence structure placed in front of an entrance to protect it and to stop a direct attack by the enemy.

massive fortification built into the surrounding wall of a castle.

a projectile for a crossbow.

an opening in the ceiling of a passage that allowed for projectiles to be thrown down for vertical defence.

collar of mail that protects the head and neck.

a round, square or oval opening in a wall through which a cannon was fired.

mechanism with a gear and crank handle used to tighten the rope.

perpendicular piece of a bladed weapon handle that stops the hand from slipping onto the blade and protects it from the enemy’s blows.

rampart stretching between two towers generally topped by a parapet walk.