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Defensive Tower and Wall<br> Scenery in Russia picture - This particular kremlin (fortification) consisted of a massive wall (30 feet high and 10 feet thick) and a number of towers which could help to prevent aggressors from surmounting the wall. In 1609, the town was able to survive a three week Polish siege.
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This particular kremlin (fortification) consisted of a massive wall (30 feet high and 10 feet thick) and a number of towers which could help to prevent aggressors from surmounting the wall. In 1609, the town was able to survive a three week Polish siege.
Eastern Europe
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