WHITE CASTLE | ONE of THREE Castles of GWENT Built to Defend Against Welsh UPRISINGS

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Castell Gwyn, which translates to "White Castle" in English, is a historic site located in Wales and is a motte-and-bailey castle located near the village of Llantilio Crossenny in Monmouthshire, Wales.

This castle dates back to the Norman period, likely built in the late 11th or early 12th century. Motte-and-bailey castles were a common feature of Norman military architecture in Wales and England during this time.

Castell Gwyn consists of a motte, which is a raised earthwork mound, and a bailey, which is an enclosed courtyard. These types of castles were strategic strongholds used by the Normans to exert control over newly conquered territories and to defend against potential Welsh uprisings.

The history of Castell Gwyn is intertwined with the broader history of Norman conquest and settlement in Wales. While the castle itself may not have played a significant role in major historical events, but stands as a icon to the Norman influence in Wales during the medieval period.
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