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The Tower Bridge

Often confused with the London Bridge (at least by our group), it's nonetheless one of the more famous landmarks in the English capital.


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British  Flag Great Britain, the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the ear... [read more]
Blog: Day 15-19: London and Around
Date: May 18th 2010

May 14-18, 2010. It's hard to believe that the United Kingdom, a small country separated from Continental Europe by a narrow channel, could play such a grand role in world affairs. Many critical points in past events were gestated in this island off northwestern France, and numerous iconic figures have called the nation home. A once powerful empire created the Commonwealth realms and played a r ... read more


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