Ancient Supports Still Holding Up Modern Work

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A striking photo from Arundel Castle reveals scaffolders using 800-year-old support holes originally designed for medieval builders, sparking a lively debate on their historical purpose and how they once aided in castle sieges. The conversation took a witty turn, with tales of quirky scaffolding practices and insights into the ingenuity of medieval construction, blending history, humor, and timeless craftsmanship.

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