The
first continuous line of rampart or parapet of a fortification that enclosed
the fortified ground. It was the line of works specifically constructed
to fortify the sides of the fortified polygon and was often referred to as
the Body of the Place. All works sited within the enceinte were referred
to as interior works or retrenchments, all works outside the enceinte were
referred to as outworks (when within cannon range of the enceinte) or advanced
works (when beyond range of the enceinte).
The
first continuous line of rampart or parapet of a fortification that enclosed
the fortified ground. It was the line of works specifically constructed
to fortify the sides of the fortified polygon and was often referred to as
the Body of the Place. All works sited within the enceinte were referred
to as interior works or retrenchments, all works outside the enceinte were
referred to as outworks (when within cannon range of the enceinte) or advanced
works (when beyond range of the enceinte).
