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In the year 1296 Edward I of England launched a series of vicious raids across the Anglo-Scottish Border in his attempt to annexe Scotland. The Scots retaliated and the two countries were plunged into 300 years of war in which the Borderland became the frontline and raiding or 'reiving encouraged by both sides became a way of life. Keith Durham examines the Border fortresses ranging from small well-defended castles to imposing tower houses or 'peles and a variety of fortified farmhouses known as 'bastles.' He also investigates the many churches that were strengthened against attack and in times of trouble served as sanctuaries for their congregations. Packed with full-colour photographs and detailed cut-away artwork this is an ideal historical commentary for any tourist visiting the sites that are dotted across the whole of the Border region.
Additional Information
| Author | Durham, K. |
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| Publisher | Osprey Publishing |
| ISBN | 9781846031977 |
| Date of Publication | 2008 |
| Edition | N/A |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Book Size | 248mm x 184mm |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Images | colour & b/w artwork thro'out |
| Language | English Text |
| SKU | MBN8770 |
