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pont-levis
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pont-levis
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A new drawbridge had been constructed to allow access to the island.
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Problems were encountered in building the foundations, accidents occurred, and the construction of the bascule (or drawbridge) span was complex and lengthy.
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In the 15th century it was almost completely demolished and rebuilt with a complete wall and towers at the entrance, where a drawbridge was placed.
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In early castles the bridge might be designed to be destroyed or removed in the event of an attack, but drawbridges became very common.
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The pampered hedgie can sleep in a fleecy castle house with drawbridge or wear a lavender tutu or shark costume.
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When they hear the drawbridge being opened, they go up and find the three trunks in front of it.
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The castle could only be reached by a drawbridge over a narrow ravine, protected by a barbican.
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This ditch, originally crossed via a drawbridge, was filled in when the castle was slighted, and not re-excavated until the 1960s.
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The redoubt was provided with a drawbridge and impressive walls.
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The castle itself possesses its own drawbridge and ditch leading to a central keep.
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