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Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families

Castles: Fortresses of Kings and Knights

8 min • 5 juni 2025

From towering stone walls to secret passages, castles are full of surprises! Find out why people built them, how they defended them, and what life was like inside during the Middle Ages.

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