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hornwork Horn-work horn work hornworks

An element of the trace italienne system of fortification that consists of a pair of demi-bastions. Open English WordNet

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An element of the trace italienne system of fortification that consists of a pair of demi-bastions. Open English WordNet

A hornwork is an element of the Italian bastion system of fortification. Wikipedia

Fortification element Wikidata

A type of fortification consisting of a pair of demi-bastions with a curtain wall connecting them and with two long sides directed upon the faces of the bastions, or ravelins of the inner fortifications, so as to be defended by them. Wiktionary

The hornwork was used to extend the fortified area in a particular direction to prevent the enemy occupying an area of high ground or simply strengthen the overall fortifications in the expected direction of attack. Open English WordNet

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