Study Guides

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils learn about the historical environment, choosing the relevant site study to complement their understanding of Norman England.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain why the White Tower's location was chosen.

Key Notes

• The site chosen for the White Tower was a strategically important one.
• The site of the White Tower made use of the old Roman walls.
• A key role for the White Tower was to control London's population.
• Two other castles were also built in London: Baynard's Castle and Montfichet's Tower.
• The White Tower was in close connection with both religious and administrative centres in London.

Vocabulary To Learn

• strategically: important or essential for achieving a plan or an aim
• fortification: any structure designed for defence
• legitimacy: having the right to hold power

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Students may think that the White Tower was the only castle in Norman London.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

More Lessons In This Unit

• London and the events of 1066 Study Guide
• London before the Norman Conquest Study Guide
• St John's Chapel Study Guide
• The architecture of the White Tower Study Guide
• The function of the White Tower Study Guide
• The residents of the White Tower Study Guide
• The White Tower: structuring your answer to the historic environment question Study Guide
• White Tower - historical context themes Study Guide
• White Tower - sources and historical context Study Guide