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drawbridge

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A drawbridge, on the landward side, over a small channel leading to a gate beneath the tower provided entry to the fort. en.wikipedia.org

Problems were encountered in building the foundations, accidents occurred, and the construction of the bascule (or drawbridge) span was complex and lengthy. en.wikipedia.org

It was connected by a drawbridge with the count's garden. en.wikipedia.org

It is as secure as any castle with drinking water tanks in the basement, a drawbridge, moat and two secret tunnels. en.wikipedia.org

The first stage is a side view of the character trying to cross a drawbridge to reach a castle. en.wikipedia.org

With exception of the drawbridge (which was removed) the old bridging was left intact to serve as fishing piers. en.wikipedia.org

Beaker has bulging eyes, a shock of red hair, and a drawbridge mouth. en.wikipedia.org

Over the next two years, the bridge was demolished and removed, and a new drawbridge was constructed in its place. en.wikipedia.org

The castle was surrounded by a moat, with access only available through a drawbridge. en.wikipedia.org

Each street entrance is almost like a little drawbridge, and there is quite a drop behind the iron railings. www.odt.co.nz

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