fortress

Festung

A fortified place; a large and permanent fortification, sometimes including a town; for example a fort, a castle; a stronghold; a place of defense or security

• Gold can conquer any fortress.

  Gold kann jede Festung einnehmen.

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• The fortress fell into the hands of the enemy.

  Die Festung fiel dem Feind in die Hände.

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Festung

A position that, if obtained by the weaker side, will prevent penetration by the opposing side, generally achieving a drawselten