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The Tower of London
Imprisonment, torture, murder, and execution have all contributed to establishing the Tower's reputation. The famous have been housed here awaiting
their fate. Henry the VIII imprisoned then executed his wives Ann Boleyn, Lady Jane Grey, and Margaret Vicountessa of Salisbury within the Tower. Elizabeth
I was, herself, kept a prisoner at the Tower for some time before becoming queen.
 The Tower of London LJ A Palace for the King and Queens of England
The Tower was founded by William the Conqueror in 1066 to provide protection for and from his subjects. The fortification is made up of 20 towers connected
by massive walls and gateways. In the course of its long history the Tower of London was a residence for the kings and queens of England as well as being a fortress.
The condemned were brought to the tower via boats through the "Traitors Gate". Many were beheaded here or left in the prisons half submerged in water.
 Traitor's Gate
In the 15th century, King Henry VII eventually formed a personal bodyguard, called the Yeoman Warders, who combine today their traditional role with that of
a tourist guide. Since the beginning of the 14th century the Tower of London has been the home of the world famous British Crown Jewels.
The Tower of London houses a collection of Jewellery, displayed for the public. It is a practice introduced by King Charles II who wanted to impress his subjects.
The collection includes the Imperial State Crown.
 Beefeater at the Tower of London
Another must-see collection in the Tower of London is the Royal Armoires. This museum can claim to be the oldest museum displayed in England. The collection
includes the armoires of king Hendrik VIII, one of the largest armoires in the world. The Royal Armoires also include Asian and Islamic weapons, among the an elephant
shield, confiscated in 1757 by Clive in India.
It is not known when the ravens first came to the Tower of London, but their presence there is surrounded by myth and legend. Unusually for birds of ill omen, the
future of both Country and Kingdom relies upon their continued residence, for according to legend, at least six ravens must remain lest both Tower and Monarchy fall.
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