History and stories

The history of the Crown Jewels, including the Imperial State Crown - a priceless collection used to crown the kings and queens of England.

The Tower of London played an important role in the First World War

First World War centenary commemorations at the Tower of London

A Tudor servant with one of English history’s greatest secrets

Who was the real Guy Fawkes, the man behind the mask?

From contender for the throne to prisoner in the Tower of London

Intelligent and generous, he lived in his father's shadow and was killed for his throne

Known as the ‘Nine Day Queen’, Lady Jane had the shortest reign in British history

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer histories in our palaces

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