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HistoryExtra podcast · 2026-10-27 · 37 min · 6,584 words

How to build the ultimate medieval castle

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If you had to survive a siege, then Which historic fortress would you choose to behold up inside? In this episode of the History Extra podcast, Dan Jones explores the world's fortifications. From ancient strongholds to medieval masterpieces.

To design what he claims is is the ultimate castle. Speaking to Charlotte Bosper. Dan guides us through the construction of his unbeatable fortification. and reveals the most important principle.

For making a castle truly defensible. Hi, Dan. Thanks so much for coming onto the podcast. It's lovely to have you here. It's my absolute pleasure. Thank you for having me on. Oh, no problem at all. Now today We're gonna be talking about fortifications from all around the world and across the ages, because we're gonna be discussing and explaining

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