Causeway Forts
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| Causeway Forts | |
|---|---|
| Forts | |
| General Information | |
| Location | Eastern end of the Rammas Echor |
| Type | Forts |
| History | |
| Events | Faramir's defense of Osgiliath |
The Causeway Forts were fortified twin towers, which made up the gate guarding the Causeway road from Osgiliath to Minas Tirith. The road ran through the Rammas Echor into the Pelennor Fields.
History
During the War of the Ring, Faramir attempted to defend Osgiliath from the Morgul-host but on 12 March T.A. 3019 he was forced to retreat to the Fots.[1] He guarded them against the Witch-king but were easily overrun.
References
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, Appendix B, "The Great Years"
