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Maritime London - Discover the past, explore the present

Explore the history of maritime London from Roman settlements to today's Docklands. Find out about the individuals and events that have contributed to its wealth and importance, and discover the communities who have made this great port city their home.
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Fighting back: the port, the Thames and the liberation of Europe  
Fighting back: the port, the Thames and the liberation of Europe
How the Thames contributed to the defeat of Nazi Germany  Read more...
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The 'Great Eastern' as a passenger liner
The ship of the future?  Read more...
  The 'Great Eastern' as a passenger liner
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The 18th-century port  
The 18th-century port
London becomes a centre of finance, commerce and industry  Read more...
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Ports and disease
Ports as gateways for disease  Read more...
  Ports and disease
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Docklands and the Blitz  
Docklands and the Blitz
London in the firing line  Read more...
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Browse the collections
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ON THIS DAY...
On this day
4 JULY 1814
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Don't miss...
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Time Pirates home page button
Stop the evil genius from stealing history! An award winning children's adventure game
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The Blitz Quiz Button
Get 100% to see an animated London skyline (Flash 6 player needed)
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Watch the Thames tide
See the Thames tide rise and fall (Flash 6 player needed)
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Port Fact
Where in London can a lighthouse be seen?

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National Maritime Museum/Royal Observatory Greenwich New Opportunities Fund  
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