Tower Hamlets in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The Norman Tower of London

Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 6, 2018

1. The Norman Tower of London Marker

Inscription. The Norman Tower of London Begun in 1075-9, William the Conqueror's stone tower was so impressive that the castle is still called the Tower today. He built the fortress on the river in the south east of the ancient Roman city to control Londoners and deter invaders.

His son, William Rufus, completed the tower by 1100. His fortress and royal residence dominated the city and demonstrated the Norman dynasty's lordship over the land. The tower was protected on two sides by the Roman wall. A new ditch, an earthwork and a timber rampart were built to surround the north and west sides.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.

Location. 51° 30.562′ N, 0° 4.552′ W. Marker is in Tower Hamlets, England, in Greater London. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Tower Hill and Trinity Square, on the left when traveling west. Located at the Tower of London. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Tower Hamlets, England EC3N 4DR, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Collapse at the Tower of London! (here, next to this marker); The Tower in flames (here, next to this marker); London Wall (within shouting distance of this marker); Captured Cannon (about 90 meters

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away, measured in a direct line); On Guard (about 90 meters away); The Waterloo Battery (about 90 meters away); British 25 Pounder Field Gun, 1943 (about 90 meters away); The Waterloo Barracks (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tower Hamlets.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, September 6, 2018

2. The Norman Tower of London Marker

( marker on the left )

Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 9, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 133 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 9, 2019, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.