Lampron—Castle of Armenian Cilicia

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In this article the historical importance of Lampron, and the architecture of the castle as it stands at present, are described. The work was done during the summer vacation of 1966. For simplification of description in the text the longer axis of the castle is assumed to run north–south. The scale that appears in some photographs is marked in ½ metre divisions, with an additional short length at the top. “… tous les seigneurs de ce château se révoltent parce qu'ils le savent imprenable.” (Leo the Great of Cilician Armenia) The fief was the source of medieval military authority. The castle at the centre of the fief was its focal point. From it the baron derived all his power. It was, in a disturbed world, his insurance of safety. Much depended on its strength.

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