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The ball and chain as a method of confinement dates back to ancient times, with evidence of its use in various cultures, including in ancient Rome and during the Middle Ages. It was primarily used to restrict the movement of prisoners or slaves. The precise date of its invention is unclear, but it has been utilized in different forms for centuries.

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