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St. Lawrence Jewry.
St. Lawrence Jewry is a church dating back to the 12th century in London. It was destroyed by the London Fire in 1666 and was rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren. It was destroyed by fire in December 1940 during World War II. It was restored in 1937, keeping with Wren's designs. It was repaired and conserved in 2023. -
St. Martin-within-Ludgate.
St. Martin-within-Ludgate is a medieval church that dates back to 1437. It was destroyed in 1666 due to the London Fire. Sir Christopher Wren rebuilt it in 1684 and it remains largely unchanged. -
St. Mary Abchurch.
St. Mary Abchurch is one of the churches rebuilt after the London Fire in 1666, traditionally credited to Sir Christopher Wren. It is also the home of the friends of the city churches. -
St. Mary Aldermary.
St. Mary Aldermary was rebuilt 1679-82 by Sir Christopher Wren's office after the London Fire in 1666. The current plan of the church follows its medieval outline. -
St. Mary Woolnoth.
St. Mary Woolnoth is one of the churches rebuilt after the London Fire. It had partly survived the fire but after considerable repairs in 1670, it was determined that it needed to be rebuilt in the 18th century. While this one is traditionally credited to Hawksmoor, it was rebuilt by the Commision that rebuilt about 50 churches in London, which Sir Christopher Wren is usually credited. -
St. Michael Cornhill.
St. Michael Cornhill is a church that stands on one of the oldest Christian sites in Britian, dating back to Roman occupation. It was rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren in 1672 after the London Fire in 1666. The tower was built by Nicholas Hawksmoor in 1722. It was later restored by Sir George Gilbert Scott in 1860. -
St. Nicholas Cole Abbey.
St. Nicholas Cole Abby Centre for Workplace Ministry was one of the churches that was destroyed in the London Fire in 1666. It was the first church rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren. It has gone through many changes in the last hundred years, but today it is home to The Wren, a coffee shop, and a workplace ministry. -
St. Paul's Cathedral.
St. Paul's Cathedral dates back to 604. It was destroyed in 1666 due to the London Fire. Sir Christopher was contracted to rebuild the Cathedral as part of the Commission to rebuild London's churches. It was completed in 1711. -
St. Peter's Cornhill.
A picture of St. Peter's Cornhill, a church that Sir Christopher Wren built after the London fire in 1666. -
Statue of Alan Turing at Bletchley Park
A slate statue of Alan Turing, located at Bletchley Park, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. Depicts Alan Turing hunched over an Enigma machine. -
Sudeley Castle Exterior
The exterior of Sudeley Castle, where Katherine Parr lived and died. -
Sylvanian Families Horse-Drawn Caravan
The Sylvanian Families Horse Drawn Caravan offers a charming glimpse into a nomadic lifestyle often romanticized in British culture. Pulled by a gentle grey horse with a harness, the green and red caravan features a cozy interior with windows, a door, and even a small cooking area visible. This playset evokes images of traditional Romani caravans and the history of traveling communities in Britain, representing a sense of freedom and connection to the countryside. It's a sweet miniature portrayal of a mobile home, reminiscent of vintage British fairground or countryside living. -
Sylvanian Families Japanese Room
The Sylvanian Families 20th Anniversary Japanese Room Set offers a charming miniature glimpse into traditional Japanese living. It features a low kotatsu table with futon coverings, perfect for gathering and staying warm, along with zabuton cushions for comfortable seating on the tatami mat flooring. The set also includes a tansu chest for storage and a decorative bonsai tree, all evoking a sense of Japanese home decor. This set beautifully represents the importance of communal spaces, floor-level living, and appreciation for natural elements within Japanese culture. -
Sylvanian Families River Canal Boat
The Sylvanian Families River Canal Boat offers a delightful miniature scene of leisurely life on the water. This charming boat features living quarters with windows, a deck area with laundry hanging out to dry, and ample space for Sylvanian Families to relax and enjoy a scenic journey. Canal boats are a significant part of British waterways history and culture, originally used for transporting goods and now enjoyed for peaceful holidays. This playset beautifully captures the essence of canal life, reflecting a slower pace and appreciation for the countryside that is often associated with British traditions. -
Table of Results from Automated Transcription Pipeline
A table that holds the results from testing for the automated transcription pipeline. -
Temple Church in London
Temple Church was opened in 1185, and became the stronghold of the Knights Templar order in England. Today it serves as the final resting place for William Marshal alongside notable Templar leaders. Most of the building remains as it was in the 12th century with significant restoration taking place after "The Blitz" in World War II. -
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The Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula
A chapel within the Tower of London. This is where the most famous prisoners of the tower were buried after their executions. Katherine Howard was one of three queens buried here. -
The Cuca 24
This is an article and illustration of the third edition of the Cuca Cocoa Challenge Cup -
The Cuca Cup Race: and its Moral
This is an article about the Cuca Cocoa Challenge Cup and goes into the race, eventually describing how Shorland's bicycle made a difference to the end result of the race.