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S. G.-B.

La Roche Corail

A cave fortress commanding the river Charante. The large opening is formed by breaking away a doorway and windows; the doorway communicated with a wooden balcony leading to other chambers in the rock.


The First Hall. La Roche Corail

Windows and slots for discharging missiles and for spearing those attempting to attack the garrison in its stronghold.