History and stories
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The story of the Tower of London
Iconic fortress, royal palace and infamous prison.
Matilda of Flanders
The formidable Queen Consort of William I, who helped establish the Norman dynasty.
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.
LGBT Royal Histories
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer histories in our palaces
The Tower of London and the Second World War
Life at the Tower of London during the Second World War
The Tower of London and the First World War
The Tower of London played an important role in the First World War
A History of Royal Jubilees
In celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee, we look back at the history of royal jubilee celebrations through the ages.