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Tower Green Collection

Tower Green holds a rich history within its ancient walls, witnessed by the somber and captivating artworks that depict its tales

Background imageTower Green Collection: Hiroshima, Japan city skyline at the castle

Hiroshima, Japan city skyline at the castle

Background imageTower Green Collection: Bern city along Aare river in Bern, Switzerland

Bern city along Aare river in Bern, Switzerland

Background imageTower Green Collection: Middlesbrough TS2 1 Map

Middlesbrough TS2 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Middlesbrough TS2 1

Background imageTower Green Collection: Changing Guard, Tower Green (b / w photo)

Changing Guard, Tower Green (b / w photo)
2788559 Changing Guard, Tower Green (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Changing Guard, Tower Green)

Background imageTower Green Collection: Scraps from the Tower of London (engraving)

Scraps from the Tower of London (engraving)
5213683 Scraps from the Tower of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scraps from the Tower of London)

Background imageTower Green Collection: Scaffold Site on Tower Green (b / w photo)

Scaffold Site on Tower Green (b / w photo)
2788564 Scaffold Site on Tower Green (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scaffold Site on Tower Green)

Background imageTower Green Collection: Queen Mary receiving the Prisoners on the Tower Green (engraving)

Queen Mary receiving the Prisoners on the Tower Green (engraving)
5224974 Queen Mary receiving the Prisoners on the Tower Green (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Mary receiving the Prisoners on the Tower Green)

Background imageTower Green Collection: The Burning of Edward Underhill on the Tower Green (engraving)

The Burning of Edward Underhill on the Tower Green (engraving)
5224959 The Burning of Edward Underhill on the Tower Green (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of Edward Underhill on the Tower Green)

Background imageTower Green Collection: Installation of the New Constable of the Tower, General Sir Frederick C A Stephenson, GCB

Installation of the New Constable of the Tower, General Sir Frederick C A Stephenson, GCB
1615431 Installation of the New Constable of the Tower, General Sir Frederick C A Stephenson, GCB, the Ceremony on Tower Green (litho) by English School

Background imageTower Green Collection: Preston PR2 9 Map

Preston PR2 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Preston PR2 9

Background imageTower Green Collection: Chapel of St. Peter, Tower Green, 1929

Chapel of St. Peter, Tower Green, 1929. From Old London, A Series of 25 Willss Cigarettes cards. [W.D. & H.O. Wills, London, 1929]

Background imageTower Green Collection: St. Peters Chapel on Tower Green

St. Peters Chapel on Tower Green

Background imageTower Green Collection: The Church of ST. Peter on Tower Green, London, UK, 19th century engraving

The Church of ST. Peter on Tower Green, London, UK, 19th century engraving



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Tower Green holds a rich history within its ancient walls, witnessed by the somber and captivating artworks that depict its tales. "The Execution of Lady Jane Grey" portrays the tragic fate of this ill-fated queen, forever etched in our memory. In contrast, the monochrome photograph of "Changing Guard, Tower Green" captures a moment of transition and continuity amidst the solemnity. As we delve deeper into Tower Green's past, "Scraps from the Tower of London" engraving reveals fragments of forgotten stories hidden within these hallowed grounds. The black-and-white photo titled "Scaffold Site on Tower Green" evokes a sense of eerie anticipation as it stands as a silent witness to countless executions. Yet not all moments on they were filled with sorrow; Queen Mary's reception of prisoners depicted in an enchanting engraving reminds us that even in darkness, compassion can shine through. However, such mercy was absent during "The Burning of Edward Underhill, " portrayed vividly in another haunting engraving. Moving forward through time brings us to more recent events captured in lithographs like "Installation of the New Constable. " General Sir Frederick C A Stephenson takes his oath on this sacred ground, perpetuating tradition and safeguarding history for generations to come. Beyond art and engravings lie maps that guide visitors towards this UNESCO World Heritage Site – Middlesbrough TS2 1 Map and Preston PR2 9 Map both lead curious souls to experience Tudor England at its finest within the iconic walls. United Kingdom's pride shines bright through these depictions - England's capital city proudly hosts this historical gem known as the Tower Of London. Its significance cannot be overstated; it is a testament to human triumphs and tragedies alike. Lastly, we are transported back in time with an intriguing glimpse into early 20th-century life: "Tower Of London. The Scaffold Site.