The defensibility of Irish Tower Houses - CSGJ24 (original) (raw)

The study explores the defensibility of Irish tower houses, which are often mistaken for small castles due to their similar appearances but serve different functions. It highlights the historical context, noting that while tower houses were seen as primarily defensive structures, the research indicates that they lacked effective defensive features. Consequently, the investigation suggests that tower houses should be treated separately from larger castles in research, proposing that their design and use were influenced more by social factors than by the need for defense.