Sir Robert Peel (1778-1850) invented the modern police in England. In London, the policemen are so identified with the politician who created them that they were referred to as “Bobbies”, after the popular nickname for Robert. November 2014. Sir Robert Peel (1778-1850) a inventé la police moderne en Angleterre. A Londres, les policiers sont tellement associés à…
In the 1960’s, Carnaby Street was one of the coolest destinations of the Swinging London as the Marquee Club was located around the corner. Many years later, these two English girls have kept the spirit alive. November 2014. Dans les années 60, Carnaby Street était une des destinations les plus cools du Swinging London car…
The practice of wearing clothes decorated with so-called pearl, actually mother-of-pearl buttons, originated in the 19th century. The people wearing them are called Pearly Kings and Queens, or pearlies. Each group is associated with a church in central London and is committed to raising money for London-based charities. The Pearly King and Queens of Tower…
The Royal Hospital Chelsea is a retirement home for some 300 British soldiers who are unfit for further duty due to injury or old age. The residents are referred to as Chelsea pensioners. When the pensioners walk out of the Royal Hospital, they are encouraged to wear the distinctive scarlet coats instead of their usual…
Remembrance Sunday at the Royal Festival Hall in Southbank. A couple walks to their seats for the performance of Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem. The performance is special as it is the 50th anniversary of the requiem that was composed to commemorate the deaths of World War One. November 2014. Le dimanche du Souvenir au Royal…
The Lord Mayor’s Show is one of the oldest civic pageants in the world: the 2014 event is the 799th show. The procession is three and a half mile long. It is a mix of tradition and carnival fun. November 2014. Le Lord Mayor’s Show est un des plus vieux défilés au monde : l’édition…
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