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London Bridge
2,000 years ago, the invading Romans built the first wooden crossing over the tidal Thames. The Saxons continued the tradition, although through accident and warfare the structures were partially destroyed on many occasions.
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In 1209, the Norman's constructed a 19 arch stone bridge, eventually topped with houses, shops and a chapel, which with repairs was to last for the next 800 years.
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In 1831, King William IV opened the strong modern 5 arched bridge which was used throughout the Victorian period, and survived the two world wars of the twentieth century. In 1973 it was sold, transported and reconstructed in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
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Introduction
London Bridge
