Inside Bodiam Castle: The 14th-Century Fortress Built To Fool French Invaders

Explore the architectural genius and chilling dark secrets of Europe's most legendary fortresses. From the optical illusions of Bodiam Castle to the harrowing execution legends of Glamis and Reichenstein, this documentary uncovers the true history behind these ancient stone walls. Discover how medieval architects used forced perspective to terrify invaders, explore the maximum-security prisons of the Dark Ages, and trace the desperate, ingenious escape plots of Allied officers trapped inside Colditz Castle.

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