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Mudlarkers Pull Historical Artifacts Out of Riverbank Muck
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Does searching through the mud of a riverbank for treasures of old sound like a fun way to spend a day? If so, you may just be a true mudlarker at heart.
London Bridge Has Never Fallen Down, But It Keeps Getting Rebuilt
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Despite what the nursery rhyme says, London Bridge is not falling down — and never really has. But the bridge that spans the Thames has been rebuilt again and again for two millennia.
Can You Pass This British General Knowledge Quiz?
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Are you an Anglophile or a Britophile? Do you know the difference? If you consider yourself on par with the Brits, take this quiz to test your knowledge.
Test Your Knowledge of British Geography!
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Across the pond sits an island that is the hub of what is known as the United Kingdom. A world power for centuries, this land is well known for many things. But how well do you know the land of the British?
The Great London Smog of 1952
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A smog of epic proportions enveloped London in December of 1952. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the incident and its aftermath.
What’s Your London IQ?
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It's the biggest city in the U.K. and one of the most exciting in the world — and there's always something new to discover! How well can you navigate the not-so-mean streets of the Big Smoke?
Can You Name All These British Landmarks?
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Can you tell the difference between the gorgeous old church where Princess Diana was married and the gorgeous old church where Will and Kate wed? Take our quiz to see how many of these British landmarks you can name!
Do You Know the Geographic Features of the UK?
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The UK isn't as extreme as some nations, but nevertheless, it has within its borders some truly epic geography. It's time to put your geographic knowledge to the test and find out if you can recognize its natural beauty for what it is!
Ridiculous History: The Great Stink of London
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The Great Stink of London occurred during the summer of 1858. Read more about this foul-smelling episode in Ridiculous History from HowStuffWorks Now.
How Many Can You Get Right on This British Geography Quiz?
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If you can do more than identify where London is on a map, you're probably ahead of most people. Let's find out how you do on this British geography quiz!