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Machines used in ancient sieges. Vinea 1, pluteus 2, moveable towers 3, 4, and different modes of defending castle walls from a battering ram. Copperplate engraving by Goodnight from Francis Groses Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army, Stockdale, London, 1812
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Antiquities Battering Defense Francis Goodnight Grose Modes Moveable Respecting Siege Sieges Stockdale Walls
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This copperplate engraving, titled "Machines used in ancient sieges," is an intriguing glimpse into the military tactics and engineering innovations of yesteryears. Created by the skilled hand of Goodnight, and published in Francis Grose's "Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English Army," this engraving showcases various machines employed during ancient sieges. At the forefront of the image, we see a "Vinea," a type of siege engine used to hurl large projectiles over castle walls. The second machine, labeled as a "Pluteus," is a type of battering ram with a long, vertical shaft and a heavy, spiked head, designed to batter down castle walls. Three moveable towers are also depicted in the scene, each mounted on wheels for easy transportation during military campaigns. These towers served as mobile fortifications, providing archers and soldiers with a strategic vantage point to launch attacks or defend against enemy forces. The lower portion of the engraving illustrates different modes of defending castle walls from a battering ram. These defensive mechanisms include the use of hooks, spikes, and other projectiles to impede the progress of the ram and protect the vulnerable walls. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the military engineering of ancient times, providing valuable insights into the strategies and innovations employed during sieges. The meticulous detail and masterful execution of the copperplate engraving by Goodnight further enhance the historical significance and visual appeal of this piece.
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