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HISTORY UK: Cromwell ordered this, the oldest bronze statue in Britain, to be melted down, but it was hidden and reappeared in 1660. It is the point from which all distances from London are measured.
HISTORY UK: This was originally built as a secret observation post for the police, to spy on rallies and demonstrations held in Trafalgar Square. It had a direct telephone link to Scotland Yard.
Kasey: Awesome history! Learn about King Henry and his life and six wives! Look at the working kitchens, see dishes created as they were in the 16th Century.