Yes. Is this the main reason they were built? Arguably, no and here’s why
That source even says it's arguable. I would hardly use that as proof that it's a myth
How so?
Good question! It's because in this case the invaders (coming from below) will have their shields on the side the enemies are coming from. The defenders (coming from above) will have the shield facing away from their opponents
Surprise amputation face
He's happy cause he knows he's gonna be carried
only until his new legs grow in
It's to show that no horses were harmed in the drawing of this comic.