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Tower of London
The Tower of London is a castle located on the Thames River. The White Tower was built in 1078, and construction was expanded on from there. This is how the castle was named.
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Does the Tower of London have any moats?
The Tower of London does not have any moats.
The moat at the Tower of London is still there although it no longer has any water in it.
Did it ever smell in the tower of London?
Before they had proper sewage disposal, it probably did smell.
Who was the first American imprisoned in the Tower of London?
Some will say William Penn because he was the Quaker founder of Pennsylvania but he was English. Henry Laurens was the first American imprisoned in the tower of London for about a year in 1781-1782.
Was the tower of London ever used as a palace?
The Tower of London is still classified as a Royal Palace but hasn't been used as such for centuries.
Why the Tower of London famous?
The Tower of London is one of the most popular and imposing of London's historical sites. It comprises not one, but 20 towers, the oldest of which, the White Tower, dates back to the 11th century and the time of William the Conqueror. It is the Tower's evil reputation as a prison that ensures it remains a much visited tourist spot today, together with the rich and varied history that surrounds it.
Many stories associated with British history come from the Tower. In 1483 King Edward IV's two sons were murdered in the so-called Bloody Tower, and over two centuries later the skeletons of two little boys were found buried beneath steps in the White Tower, assumed to be the bodies of the princes.
Why do beefeaters wear the big black hats?
They do not, this sounds like confusion between the bearskin hats worn by Buckingham Palace's ceremonial guards. The hats worn by the Yeomen Wardens, aka 'Beefeaters', are small.
What was one of the purposes for the Tower of London besides being a prison?
It was built as a fortress and became a Royal Palace later. It was also the Royal Menagerie until the mid-1800's
What was the THE ROYAL MENAGERIE in the tower of London?
The Tower of London was (and still is) a Royal Residence, although Royals don't live there any more. When the Monarchs were given presents of exotic animals from other Heads of State, they housed them in their own 'zoo' in the Tower of London. This became known as the Royal Menagerie. When the present London Zoo opened in Regent's Park in the mid 1800's, the animals in the Royal Menagerie were transferred to the new London Zoo.
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How is the Tower of London used now?
There have been fortifications on the site for over 2000 years. The present buildings as they appear now were started in the 11th century by William, Duke of Normandy. The Tower still has a very small military garrison to guard the British Crown Jewels which are housed in the Jewel Tower. The Tower is one of London's best known visitor attractions with a large display of antique militaria. It is still officially a Royal Residence although not used as such.
What is the legend of the Tower of London ravens?
King Charles II was told of a legend that if the ravens ever leave the Tower of London, the White Tower, the monarchy, and the entire kingdom would fall. So Charles decreed that thay should stay.
They are kept by a Ravenmaster and their wings are clipped to make sure that they stay.
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What other historical buildings are around the Tower of London?
Tower Bridge, All Hallows Church, St Katherine's Dock, The Monument etc.
What defense features does the tower of London have?
A wide moat, high walls with several bastions on the corners and within, a fortified tower or donjon (today called the White Tower) where defenders could retreat to if the walls had been broken through.
Today the moat has been drained. Due to a less-than-perfectly made connection with the river Thames, the water in the moat wasn't regularly flushed by the river's tide as intended but remained largely stagnant, which made it over time stink to high heaven.
Do you have to pay to get into the tower of London?
yes there are admission charges.
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