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Battle Castle

Battle Castle is an action documentary TV series co-produced by Parallax Film Productions Inc. with London-based Ballista Media Inc. It explores the medieval arms race reflected in castle construction in the Middle Ages and, using location filming, re-enactments and CGI reconstruction, tells the stories of six castles tested by siege. Hosted by Dan Snow, the series has aired on History Television, SBS Australia and most recently, Discovery UK.

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First Aired

2012-02-23
Last Aired

2012-03-29
Creator
Genre

Documentary
Seasons

1
Episodes

6
Status

Ended
Language

English
Network

Sky History

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Season 1

1. Krak des Chevaliers

Set high above the Syrian landscape, Krak des Chevaliers was built by the Knights Hospitaller to domin...More

Set high above the Syrian landscape, Krak des Chevaliers was built by the Knights Hospitaller to dominate the landscape and act as a symbol of Christian power. Its flawlessly-cut stones, steep slopes, and deadly entrance designed to resist any attacker. In 1271, a Muslim warrior king and his powerful army came to seize this crown jewel of Crusader castles and drive Christians from the Holy Land.Less

45mins 2012-02-23

2. Château Gaillard

Towering above the River Seine, Chateau Gaillard was built by King Richard I to assert England's autho...More

Towering above the River Seine, Chateau Gaillard was built by King Richard I to assert England's authority over his French holdings. Its multiple walls, deep moats and ingenious geometry were designed to terrify any foe. In 1203, a French king and his massive army lays siege, determined to push the English from the continent.Less

45mins 2012-03-01

3. Dover Castle

High atop the white cliffs of southern England, Dover Castle was built by King Henry II to protect an ...More

High atop the white cliffs of southern England, Dover Castle was built by King Henry II to protect an empire. Its deadly gatehouses, layers of walls, and magnificent keep were engineered to crush the enemy. In 1216, an ambitious French prince and his determined troops descend to capture this key to England and with it, the English crown.Less

45mins 2012-03-08

4. Conwy Castle

Positioned the wilds of northern Wales, Conwy Castle was one of several strongholds raised by King Edw...More

Positioned the wilds of northern Wales, Conwy Castle was one of several strongholds raised by King Edward I to rule over the Welsh. Its mighty towers, elongated arrow slits and majestic water gate were built to intimidate. In 1294, a rebel force arrives to put the king's castles, and English domination, to the ultimate test.Less

45mins 2012-03-15

5. Malbork Castle

Stretched along the bank of the River Nogat in modern-day Poland, Malbork Castle was built by an elite...More

Stretched along the bank of the River Nogat in modern-day Poland, Malbork Castle was built by an elite group knights during the Baltic Crusades. Its distinct brick architecture, soaring walls, and deadly battlements were built to intimidate the local population. In 1410, a pagan-turned-king marches on the castle, determined to put an end to the Teutonic Order's reign.Less

45mins 2012-03-22

6. Malaga

Located high above the Mediterranean coast, Gibralfaro Castle and its surrounding defenses are the mon...More

Located high above the Mediterranean coast, Gibralfaro Castle and its surrounding defenses are the monuments of a Muslim dynasty. Its daunting towers, brilliant water-storage, and one-of-a-kind passageway were engineered to withstand the most ambitious attacker. In 1487, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella descend to capture this city and destroy the legacy it represents.Less