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U.S. National Park Service
2 boards, each with 6 half circular holes cut in 1 side which when put together form 6 circular openings for legs of 3 prisoners. Boards hinged on 1 end using 3 sets nuts, bolts, washers fastened through 2 pieces wood, 1 on each side of boards. Top board swivels on these fasteners. 2 additional sets located on bottom side of bottom board. On end opposite hinge is ring on bottom board through which chain was threaded. Ring on top board & chain missing. Stocks sit on 2 rectangular blocks wood with notches cut in top. Believed used to punish Kingsley Plantation slaves, though this not verified.
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