History and Stories
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The Crown Jewels
The history of the Crown Jewels, including the Imperial State Crown - a priceless collection used to crown the kings and queens of England.
A History of Royal Jubilees
A look back at the history of royal jubilee celebrations through the ages.
The Tower of London and the First World War
The Tower of London played an important role in the First World War
Edward VI
The real story of Henry VIII’s 'precious jewel' and only son
Matilda of Flanders
The formidable Queen Consort of William I, who helped establish the Norman dynasty.
The Indian Army at Hampton Court Palace in 1919
A forgotten story
Tower of London remembers
First World War centenary commemorations at the Tower of London
Good Friday Agreement
Hillsborough Castle was the scene for key meetings that led to this historic moment in Northern Ireland’s history
John Blanke
A Black musician at the Tudor court