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The model will also feature other buildings accurate to the time with figure to populate and bring life to the model.<\/p>\n<p>If time and scale allow it will also feature the wall that surrounded the castle and the river that acted as a moat.<\/p>\n<p>When finished the model will show a part of the history of Gort that no longer exists providing a historical and educational benefit to the town and the larger area. 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