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How Medieval Torture Devices Worked
How Medieval Torture Devices Worked
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Length:
13 minutes
Released:
Jan 21, 2009
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Building on an earlier examination of the Spanish Inquisition, HowStuffWorks' history experts take a look at the disturbing world of medieval torture devices. Check out this podcast to learn more about torture and more Stuff You Missed in History Class. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Released:
Jan 21, 2009
Format:
Podcast episode
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