dec 16, 1109 - Castle construction began
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Protection of goods. Built in strategic locations to protect or defend against threat.
eg Krak des Chevaliers
eg 3 castles built to neutralise threat from Fatimid Ascalon. Ibelin, Blanchegarde and Bethgibelin deterred Egyptian troops from Jerusalem.
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