Object
Sergeant's Burning Torch
The Sergeant throws a burning torch into the farmhouse hay loft, sparking flames that engulf the dry structure. Other soldiers follow his lead, hurling more torches to accelerate the blaze. Ian, Barbara, and Susan witness the fire's start as guards march them toward Paris, while the Doctor remains trapped inside the rapidly burning building.
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Purpose
Ignite and destroy the farmhouse
Significance
Traps the Doctor inside and destroys the group's shelter, forcing reliance on captors and heightening peril as prisoners head to public execution
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