Historical Punishments and Torture Devices

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A device used for stretching the body.

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The Rack

Front

A sarcophagus-like device with spikes inside.

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Iron Maiden

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A device for publicly punishing offenders.

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The Pillory

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A device for immobilizing a person's feet.

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The Stocks

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A device used for torture that compressed the body.

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Scavenger's Daughter

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A device used for punishing women accused of witchcraft.

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The Ducking Stool

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A tool used to burn a mark into the skin.

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Branding Iron

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A device used to crush the thumbs.

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Thumb Screws

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A post to which a person is tied for whipping.

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Whipping Post

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A torture device used to break bones.

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The Breaking Wheel