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Spanish boot

The Spanish boot was an iron casing for the leg and foot and was used by the Spanish Inquisition. A screw attachment, when applied, compressed the calf of the leg. Often, the leggings would be heated whilst on the leg, and sometimes before application.

See also: boot (torture)

See also: Spanish boot, a festive boot Spaniards wore to dinner parties.

Last updated: 05-21-2005 00:59:28