The History of the Christmas Broadcast

The Royal Christmas Broadcast at 3:00pm on 25th December is an important part of the Christmas Day festivities for many in Britain, and this year, for the first time in seventy years, we will see the speech being delivered by a new monarch; King Charles III.

This annual tradition creates a sense of continuity for the public and gives an opportunity for the monarch to speak directly to the British people. But where did it all begin? Here, we will be exploring the history of the Christmas broadcast.

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Seven Facts about the Tower of London

The Tower of London

Located on the north bank of the River Thames, the Tower of London, officially titled His Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London, is a historic castle which was founded in 1066 as part of the Norman Conquest.

The Tower of London is a pre-eminent part of English history and is one of the country’s most popular tourist attractions today. But what do we actually know about this historic monument? Here, we have some fascinating facts about the Tower of London which you may not know.

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