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2 – The Lord of the Rings and Ancient Rome
The Toldinstone Podcast
The Mechanics and Logistics of the Siege of Gondor in The Lord of the Rings
This chapter discusses the mechanics and logistics of the Siege of Gondor as depicted in 'The Lord of the Rings', highlighting the accuracy and inaccuracies compared to real historical sieges. It explores the use of trebuchets, siege towers, and defensive catapults, drawing parallels to ancient Rome and World War I. The chapter also analyzes the hasty assault on Helmsdeep and the well-put-together plan of the Witch King's assault on Minas Tirith.
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