Elizabethan London


During Elizabeth's reign, London became the largest and richest city in Europe. This map shows just how important the River Thames was in allowing ships, trade and commerce to come right into the heart of the settlement. The map also shows how much of the city was confined behind the protection of the city walls.


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by Stephen Luscombe