Thesaurus Term/Concept: RAVELIN
| Identifier | 140302 |
|---|---|
| Class | MONUMENT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | In fortification, a detached triangular outwork consisting of two battered faces forming a salient angle. Usually positioned in the ditch in front of a rampart and between two bastions. Term mainly for military architecture from 15th century and later. |
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| Context | Record |
|---|---|
| Monument Type | MKE115602 Ravelin, Fort Pitt (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MKE2284 The Chatham Lines, Chatham and Gillingham (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MKE110873 The Ravelin, Chatham Lines (Monument) |