Zwinger (outer ward of a fortification)

GPTKB entity

Statements (15)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:castle
fortification element
gptkbp:etymology from German 'zwingen' (to force)
gptkbp:feature enclosed space
exposed to fire from defenders
limited exits
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Zwinger (outer ward of a fortification)
gptkbp:location between main wall and outer wall
gptkbp:origin German-speaking regions
gptkbp:purpose defense
trap attackers
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:city
medieval castles
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Zwinger_Palace
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5