At that time the size of London’s population was 6.5 million, greater than Paris, Berlin, Moscow and St.Petersburg combined, more than twenty percent of the entire population of England and Wales. Around the British Empire and beyond ‘Made in London’ was considered a sign of quality.
London’s turbulent 20th-century history is told particularly vividly by … Life in the slums: First-hand account of East End life by author Jack London who disguised himself as a stranded sailor reveals 'chronic misery' of London's early-20th-century workhouses The UK even had its first female Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, between 1979 and 1990.Technology has allowed us to explore the world, and the universe, in greater detail. Items can be shipped throughout the UK and worldwide using our specialist, insured, shipping/courier service. Unfortunately, due to the coronavirus pandemic, we are at … Unemployment was high, and labour unrest erupted in the 1926 General Strike. Everyday life in the 20th century has seen huge changes.
Economically, at least, London prospered during the Great War. For those with an interest in architecture, a city like London – constantly reinventing itself, reflecting ever-increasing global influences – offers huge variety and choice. Britain Express is a labour of love by David Ross, an avid historian, photographer, and 'Britain-ophile'. In 1904 the first motor bus service in London began, followed by the first underground electric train in 1906, but perhaps more notable was the spate of new luxury hotels, department stores, and theatres which sprang up in the Edwardian years, particularly in the West End. For one of the few times in London’s history there was almost full employment.
It had the biggest workforce and largest local market, commercial banks, and the advantage of the Port of London and rail network. Welcome to 30th Century Comics, specialists in old, vintage American & British comics, annuals and books. The conurbation stretched for sixteen miles from Acton in the west to Plumstead in the east, and a similar distance from Edmonton in the north to Croydon in the south. Military aerodromes were opened at Northolt and Croydon and from 1916 fighter airplanes were equipped with newly-invented incendiary bullets so the airships became less of a threat.In the early stages of war some London businesses went into decline, new building work slowed and there was less demand for exports. Top 10 Walks in 20th Century Landscapes this Summer As the lockdown eases, check out these great C20 Holiday Stays C20 Society calls for rethink on IBM redevelopment plans as building is listed One step forward, one step back for pioneering social housing schemes.