- It became a symbol of William’s power. It was a fortress for his defense, a palace in which to live, and a prison for his enemies. It was named the Tower of London.
- Construction of the Tower of London was initiated in 1070 by William the Conqueror, shortly after his victory at Hastings in 1066.
- Officially known as ‘Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London’ its origins started with the building of the White Tower in 1078.
- The white tower is considered the main center of the tower and it was built in order to save the people of London from outsiders.
- The Tower of London is one of the world’s oldest and most famous prisons, though its original purpose was not to house criminals.
- The Tower of London and the River Thames. ... Listen to a town crier welcome passersby outside the Tower of London and Tower Hill Pageant.
- The Tower of London – an imposing fortress with many layers of history, which has become one of the symbols of royalty – was built around the White Tower.
- The Tower of London is a world heritage site cared for by Historic Royal Palaces and attracts over 3 million visitors a year.
- Before Thomas Becket became the Archbishop of Canterbury, he was the Lord Chancellor and Keeper of Works at the Tower of London.
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