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Keep Out!
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The guard towers of many castle ruins still standing have channels running down each side of the wall. This is where the raised metal portcullis, slid down to keep out unwanted intruders. Anyone trying to slip underneath risked being spiked by the sharp prongs along its base.
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Previous:
Back
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Book:
Horrible but True
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Section:
History
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Chapter:
Castle Secrets
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