portcullis

I just question the need for a portcullis.
Je posais juste la question du besoin d'une herse.
Amberley Castle is completely enclosed by its old wall, and retains a portcullis that gets lowered at night.
L'Amberley Castle est entièrement entouré de son mur d'enceinte ancien et conserve une herse qui est abaissée la nuit.
The placement of the portcullis and its gudgeons can be seen, as well as the passage above the gate.
On peut observer l’emplacement de la herse et des gonds ainsi que le passage en haut de la porte.
The portcullis prevented enemy soldiers from entering the castle.
La herse a empêché les soldats ennemis d’entrer dans le château.
The knight hoped the portcullis would open in time to escape his pursuers.
Le chevalier espérait que la herse s’ouvrirait à temps pour échapper à ses poursuivants.
Ever been caught in a portcullis before?
Avez-vous déjà été enfermée dans une antichambre ?
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