History and Stories
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Jewish Medieval History at the Tower of London
The Tower of London holds a principal place in the complex story of England's Medieval Jewish community.
Eleanor of Provence
A powerful and political Queen
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.
James I and Anne of Denmark
Generous, scholarly James and his cultured wife
The execution of Charles I
Killing of a 'treasonous' King
John Blanke
A Black musician at the Tudor court
Queen Anne
A surprisingly successful monarch, despite ill health and tragedy
Tower of London remembers
First World War centenary commemorations at the Tower of London
Catalina of Motril
A Tudor servant with one of English history’s greatest secrets