London
· 1st usage fortress and a palace
· 1st prison was Wakefield Tower
· Executions: high-profile criminals; beheaded at Tower Hill
· Ravens guarding, if left, kingdom would perish
· Beefeaters
· Safeguard jewels, guard prisoners, tour guides
· Origin unknown, payment beef, veal, mutton etc.
· Guarding Tower of London since 1485
· Live in fortress, must have a home outside too
· Ravenmasters take care of Ravens
The City of Westminster
The history of the City of Westminster dates back to the late Saxon time. Edward the
Confessor built Westminster Palace and Westminster Abbey, starting the history of
Westminster. The political power is focused in the City of Westminster, as the City is a
financial centre.
The Houses of Parliament
· Seat of the 2 houses(House of Lords, House of Commons)
· Westminster Palace