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The ancient Events, Organisation’s & Ceremonies that  the City of London plays host to every year are steeped in history and tradition. The London City Guide has selected the following examples.

  1066        Norman Conquest. 1067        Tower of London, construction begins. 1123        St.Bartholomew’s Hospital founded. 1155        The Weavers become the city’s first Guild. 1189        Henry Fitz-Ailwyn becomes London’s first