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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.