Bodiam Castle by Fred255

Photography • Historical • posted on Jul 17, 2007

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Description

Perfect example of a late medieval moated castle. It was built in 1385 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge, a former knight of Edward III, supposedly at the request of Richard II in order to defend the surrounding area from French invasion. However, recent research suggests that the castle was built more for show than as an effective defense. There is evidence supporting that research, because the walls of Bodiam Castle are only a couple feet thick.

Comments (16)

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Richardphotos

6:04AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

never the less an awesome castle and the moat is huge.excellent capture Fred

tr4cey

6:06AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

I agree, awesome!

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athesdan

6:23AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

superb shot of this Castle

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alhak

8:04AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

terrific shot

aljaysart

8:15AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

What a beatuful Scene excellent capture...

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thecytron

8:27AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

Nice photo!

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auntietk

9:09AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

Awesome shot! Love the POV. Such a fascinating building!

BibbyBear

10:37AM | Tue, 17 July 2007

Yes, such a huge moat and a wonderful perspective on this one David. Lovely details on this fine castle. (And yes, to answer your question in your comments on my pic!! LOL! - I said it was nothing special!!!) Hugs. xx

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