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Tower of London CC97_01606
Filename: cc97_01606.jpg
Size: 4659 x 3591 (5.9MB)
Date: 28th April 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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Tower of London CC97_01606
TOWER OF LONDON, Stepney, London. A view across a street and towards the Tower of London to the south-east with Tower Bridge in the background and Hansom Cabs in the foreground waiting for passengers. York and Son. Date range: 1894-1900
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This photograph, taken by the renowned York and Son between 1894 and 1900, offers a glimpse into the rich history and vibrant energy of Victorian London. The image showcases a view towards the iconic Tower of London from a street in the Stepney area to the south-east. The ancient fortress, a symbol of British history and royal power, stands proudly amidst the bustling cityscape. The Tower of London, a formidable structure with its distinctive white towers and battlements, has been a significant part of England's history for over 950 years. Originally built as a royal palace and fortress by William the Conqueror in the late 11th century, it has served variously as an armory, a treasury, and even a prison for notable figures such as Anne Boleyn and the Princes in the Tower. In this photograph, the Tower is framed by the modernity of the city, with Tower Bridge in the background, its red suspension cables stretching across the Thames. The bridge, completed in 1894, is a testament to the engineering prowess of the era, providing a vital connection between the north and south banks of the river. The foreground of the photograph is filled with Hansom cabs, the popular mode of transportation during the Victorian era. Patiently waiting for passengers, these horse-drawn vehicles add to the lively atmosphere of the scene, showcasing the intersection of the old and the new in London during this period.
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