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Medieval castle slighting is the phenomenon in which a high-status fortification is demolished in a time of conflict. At its heart are issues about symbolism, the role of castles in medieval society, and the politics of power. Although examples can be found throughout the Middle…

This thesis examines castles in two regions: the Latin East and the Baltic. Few comparative studies have considered the relationship between fortification, holy war, and sacred geography in these areas. Instead of limiting itself to a discussion of architectural differences, thi…