In ancient times watchman would mount the city walls in times of stress to survey the scene outside the fortifications. He was situated on a spot from which he could monitor the approaches to the town. If a threat appeared, he would sound a warning and the town would shut its gates and prepare for battle.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Twenty-eight pilot whales stranded in Golden Bay this morning.
Sixteen whales were euthanased this afternoon after 12 of their pod died earlier in the day following a stranding in Golden Bay.
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