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Shackles of the drawbridge giving way at last

This is one of the chains that supported the draw bridge at the Elmina Castle. After slaves were marched into the castle the these chains will be drawn raise the bridge, making it impossible for any slave to run out. The drawbridge also served as a defence system for the moments when other European armies attacked.

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Uploaded on August 2, 2006
Taken on July 29, 2006