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The Smithfield Poultry Market Fire of 1958

Curator Kate Sumnall dives into one of the most dramatic episodes in the rich history of Smithfield Market

Death & Disasters
Death & Disasters

Silvertown 1917: London’s largest explosion

73 people died when an east London factory making TNT caught fire and exploded

Death & Disasters
Death & Disasters

Unearthing the Roman dead

Roman burials have been found in London for centuries

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Saxon & Medieval
Saxon & Medieval

Black Prince (livery badge)

Late Medieval; late 14th century

Saxon & Medieval
Saxon & Medieval

St Thomas Becket (pilgrim badge)

Late Medieval; 14th century

Social History
Social History

Porter's badge

1840-03-12