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Journal Article


Journal TitleArchaeology Ireland
Article TitleHome security : how strong was a tower-house door?
AuthorBerryman, Duncan
Volume23
Issue(2)
Page(s)pp8-10
DateSummer 2009
Contenttext, photos
Note(s)Author conducts experiments using a battering ram and fire to test the strength and durability of the doorways.
Subject(s)tower houses ; security ; fire ; doors ; defensive architecture
QUB LocationSearch QUB Library Catalogue
UCD LocationSearch UCD Library Catalogue

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  • Republic of Ireland ; Northern Ireland