Or how the iconic buildings we know today came to be.
Dramatic scenes but all under control.
Report comes after chaotic scenes last year
Smoke spotted in basement.
Smoke visible for miles.
Fire, rapids, collapse and poo.
Ultimate aim to reduce role of Assembly to scrutiny.
So, right, a bloke in the pub told us...
The capital's news this weekend.
What's been happening in London over Christmas.
Four new books of animals, the tube, fire and philanthropy.
The incredible police-dialling cat.
Reports of passengers jumping into the Thames to escape.
Of course, people filmed it.
Poirot's gaff saved by quick response.
Today's news, including a grass fire and supermouse.
Westminster Councillor speaks out ahead of cuts to fire services.
Beautiful visualisation by James Cheshire.
Today's news from around London town.
Huge blaze in south London cultural centre.
A long-lost tale of fire and destruction.
Three electronic juggernauts kick off one epic night at Fire.
Problems on various other routes make the morning commute a pain.
Emergency services test out evacuation plans in western Europe's tallest building.
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