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straight poles with steps, arranged at a certain height (1-2 arshins
from ground), meant for walking. Poles are either long, whereas the
poles are held by hands of the walker behind his arms or short poles,
which are tied to the knees of walker, resting on lengthy stick.
Walking on stilts is known from ancient times. Stilts got widespread
growth in France: In Gascony Lands, where rain water does not dry
quickly and form swamps, making difficult for pedestrians. Stilts
served as main means of information exchange in rural areas. In the
middle of century, stilt fighting contests were organized in Numor
between two camps, consisting of the citizens; Fight was organized on
large area in front of the city hall. The stilt fighters have to hit
the opponents with legs. |
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