052/100 Castle Defense: How Medieval Locks and Traps Worked
CASTLE DEFENSE: How Medieval Locks and Traps Worked When we talk about physical security today, we often refer to digital access systems, surveillance recordings, and sophisticated alarms. But what if we go back to a time when protection relied solely on the thickness of stone, wooden locks, and trust in the guard? Medieval castles were not only seats of power but also advanced security systems of their time. Their defensive mechanisms, locks, and clever traps can still inspire us today—not just historians but also security experts. Castle defense wasn’t just about massive walls. It was a system designed to [...]