• This would have significant consequences during the first major test of Rochester castle's defences, the famous First Baron's War (1215-1217).
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  • Rochester Castle remains one of the most impressive Norman fortresses and continues to attract visitors from far and wide.
  • Rochester Castle and its massive keep protected the River Medway, which once served as a vital route to London.
  • London, held by the rebel barons, was surrounded by a ring of castles including Rochester, which was held by the archbishop of Canterbury.
  • Rochester Castle, like many of England ’s castles, was built in the wake of the Norman Conquest of 1066 to maintain a strong and visible military presence that...
  • Rochester Castle remains one of the most impressive Norman fortresses and continues to attract visitors from far and wide.
  • In 1087 Gundulf, Bishop of Rochester began the construction of the castle to command an important river crossing.
  • Rochester Castle occupies a place of honor among the Norman buildings and nowadays attracts tourists from everywhere.
  • Rochester Castle bir zamanlar Londra'nın önemli bir kapısı olan ve Tudor gemi yapımı için korunaklı bir durgun su olan Medway Nehri'nin üzerinde durdu.