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What was London’s blackout like during World War II? What was pre-war London like in 1939? What was the blackout? When did the blackout begin and why? What did Londoners […]

London’s London Bridge – Greenwich line was the first steam railway in London. It was also the first to be built specifically for passengers. It’s an early C19th engineering marvel, […]

The Adelphi Theatre, smack bang in the middle of London’s theatreland, holds many secrets; one of which is what happened to the leading actor of the Victorian era William Terriss? […]

I spoke with Sarah Murden to talk about dental care during the Georgian era.   My first question was ‘What did the Georgians use to brush their teeth?’ Here’s what […]

When visiting Westminster Abbey or watching one of the filmed ceremonies you may notice a black marble stone (7x 4 ft) set in the floor which everyone walks around, including […]

Robert Hooke and Grace Hook: A Peculiar Relationship Grace Hook, born to John Hooke and Elizabeth, his wife, was baptized on May 2, 1660, at the Newport Parish Church. She […]

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