According to Britannica, the manor house, was the dwelling of a lord during the middle ages and were like small fortresses. Manors were known for their great halls and were where villagers would congregate. The buildings typically included common household rooms like bedrooms, a kitchen and a living area. Beyond this, however, some also featured battlments, moats, great halls and more. Stay tuned to NationalWorld TV for more like this as well as all the latest news and explainers from the day's top stories. Thanks for watching.