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![]() ![]() Blood Eagle TortureReferenced in some Norse saga literature, the Blood Eagle is a form of torture and execution performed by cutting the victim's ribs by the spine, breaking them to resemble blood-stained wings, and pulling the lungs out through the gaping wound. Though some cite archaeological evidence of the practice, others argue that it never occurred and that accounts of the method are based on folklore or inaccurate translations. Which Viking Age rulers were reportedly victims of the gruesome torture? More... Discuss |
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Definition: | (noun) Elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression. |
Synonyms: | breeding, genteelness |
Usage: | She was ladylike, too, after the manner of the feminine gentility of those days; characterized by a certain state and dignity, rather than by the delicate...grace which is now recognized as its indication. |
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Nice narration and use of dictionaries on-line to have students check for possible unknown words online. It is an idea with lots of potential.
Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Berta, a feloow B4B
PCSI: classe préparatoire "physique chimie science de l'ingénieur" première année, après le baccalauréat.
J'espère que vos étudiants utilisent souvent cet emplacement.
À bientôt!
Paul
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