Crownwork
A crownwork is an element of the trace italienne system of fortification and is effectively an expanded hornwork (a type of outwork). It consists of a full bastion with the walls on either side ending in half bastions from which longer flank walls run back towards the main fortress.Script error: No such module "Footnotes".Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
The crownwork was used to extend the fortified area in a particular direction, often in order to defend a bridge, prevent the enemy occupying an area of high ground, or simply strengthen the overall fortifications in the expected direction of attack.Script error: No such module "Footnotes".Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
See also
- The Kronverk, St Petersburg, Russia
Notes
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- ↑ From the Cyclopaedia
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