drawbridge

     

A rawbridge is a type of movable bridge typically associated with the entrance of a castle. The term is often used to describe all different types of movable bridges, like bascule bridges and lift bridges.

Trivia about drawbridge

  • In medieval castles a windlass was the mechanical winch used to raise & lower this
  • Once Lance sees from the gatehouse that you're not hostile, he might lower this method of entry
  • This type of movable bridge that protected castles is also used to permit river traffic
  • Moats were crossed via this device; it was lowered & raised depending on who wanted to cross

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