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During World War II, London witnessed a series of devastating bombings as part of the Blitz, and one of the most tragic incidents occurred in the South London area of Balham on October 14, 1940. That evening, a 1,400kg bomb struck close to United Dairies on Balham High Road, causing immense destruction
As you stroll through the bustling streets of 18th-century London, you discover a fragment of history at every turn - ancient buildings narrating tales as old as time. While navigating through the mazes of London's landmarks, your senses are caught by the tantalizing aroma of oranges and lemons that waft through the air, guiding you to one of the many vibrant markets scattered throughout the city.
The London Classic Car Show has the look and feel of a motoring event that has been running since the 1960s, but in fact, no. The classic car event started in 2015 and has done well to rapidly grow in size and popularity ever since. In 2018, the show ran across 4 days, occupying the a large part of the Excel Arena. Recreating a classic californian feel drag strip as the centre piece, where 60 chosen classic cars rolled down the car version of the catwalk.
Marc Bolan was a British musician, singer, and guitarist. He is best known as the founder, frontman, and driving force behind the legendary glam rock band T. Rex. Bolan, who was born Mark Feld in 1947 in London, was characterized by his passion for music, his unique artistic vision, and his ability to capture the spirit of the times in his music.
The Dawn of Education in England: Ecclesiastical Beginnings The earliest known schools in England were connected to the Church, dating back to 600 AD. In
Queen Victoria and Albert first came to Scotland in 1842. Balmoral was to become the home from home, and Halloween at Balmoral would become an
The ‘Witching Hour’ has been used for centuries and typically refers to a specific time of day, most notably associated with supernatural activity. The term’s
Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody On the 3rd of June 1976, Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody single went Gold, selling over 1 million records. Freddy Mercury wrote the Song, famously featuring no chorus and epic Operatic sections. The record label advised the band the song would not get airplay because it was too long.
The Chinese New year main evening meal is a very important time as the family gets together over traditional symbolic dishes. Why not Let the Chinese New Year begin with Lettuce! Another thing you will see in London’s China Town and in China is the hanging lettuce suspended by a
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