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Prison Hulks: Convict hulk Warrior at Woolwich. This hulk held 600 and was an intermediate confinement between an ordinary gaol or transportation

Olinthus Gilbert Gregory (1774-1841) English mathematician and astronomer, born at Yaxley, Huntingdonshire, England. Mathematical master at the Woolwich Military College (1802-1841)

The Prince Imperial. Prince Louis Napoleon (1856-1879), son of Napoleon III of France and Empress Eugenie, as a cadet at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich

The Ashantee War: Shipping Stores And War Material At Woolwich For The Gold Coast: 6. Calling Over The Roll On The Quarter Deck Of H. M. S. Dromedary, Anglo Ashanti War, Ghana, 1873 Engraving

The Fire at the Royal Military Academy at Woolwich, Uk: the Scene at 6. 15 A. M. : The
The Fire at the Royal Military Academy at Woolwich, Uk: the Scene at 6.15 A.M.: the North East Tower Burning, 1873 Engraving

Childrens New Years Party Given at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich, Engraving 1890, Uk, u
CHILDRENs NEW YEARs PARTY GIVEN AT THE ROYAL MILITARY ACADEMY, WOOLWICH, engraving 1890, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, Great Britain, European

THE NEW FORGE AT WOOLWICH, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Testing the 35 Ton Gun at Woolwich, Uk, 1871

ASCOT RACES: WOOLWICH, THE WINNER OF THE EMPERORs VASE; Little Jack made all the running, Woolwich waiting on him into the distance, and winning cleverly by a length

Thames Barrier and Canary Wharf at dawn, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

London Fire Brigade pump damaged by fire
A London Fire Brigade pump damaged by a dramatic fire which took place on the night of 15 August 1920 on the Thames at Woolwich, SE London

MFB Woolwich fire station, SE London
One of the last fire stations to be built by the MFB in 1887 prior to the creation of the London County Council and the changing of the name of the brigade to the London Fire Brigade

Exercise Tideway at the Thames Barrier, Woolwich, SE London

MFB Woolwich fire station SE18
Woolwich fire station was built for the MFB by the Metropolitan Board of Works in 1879 at a cost of £ 4, 460. It was altered in 1910 at a cost of £ 4, 515

LCC-LFB Fire damage at Woolwich Arsenal
Twisted steel girders in the aftermath of a major fire at Woolwich Arsenal, SE London, in April 1906

LCC-LFB Fire at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich
A serious fire occurred in this building belonging to the Royal Military Academy at Woolwich, SE London, during refurbishment of the roof

LCC-LFB Brigade finals of the Technical Quiz
Each year a technical quiz competition was held in the Brigade. First were the Divisional heats that led to the Brigade finals involving the top team of each of the four Divisions

LCC-LFB Major fire, Royal Military Academy, SE18
Multiple fire appliances on the parade ground of the Royal Military Academy in Woolwich, London SE18, responding to a serious fire within the building

Blitz in London -- field kitchen, Woolwich sub-station
Blitz in London -- a field kitchen is set up to feed the London regular and AFS firefighters whose sub-station in Woolwich, SE London, was seriously damaged during an air raid

Blitz in London -- LFB and AFS firefighters, Woolwich
Blitz in London -- regular LFB and AFS firefighters working to remove the debris following an air raid on their Woolwich sub-station in SE London that caused extensive damage

Blitz in London -- sub-fire station, Woolwich Road, WW2
Blitz in London -- the aftermath of a high explosive bomb at sub-fire station 54V, located at the Lombard Wall School, Woolwich Road, SE London

BRITISH PRISON SHIP, 1846. Scenes, probably idealised, of life onboard the convict hulk The Warrior, built in 1781 and anchored off Woolwich on the River Thames

SAID PASHA (1822-1863). Viceroy of Egypt, 1854-1863. Banquet given by the viceroy onboard his yacht at Woolwich, on the Thames, during his visit to England in 1862

FACTORIES: GREAT BRITAIN. The workroom at Woolwich Arsenal, England. Wood engraving, English, 1862

War Memorial Fund - Dog
A small dog dressed up as a nurse atop a Union Jack and next to a collecting tin for the Woolwich & District War Memorial Hospital Fund. Toby is never shunn d when asking! Date: early 20th century

London / North Woolwich
The River Thames at North Woolwich, London, England. Date: 1930s

Last public appearance by Queen Victoria
The last public visit by Queen Victoria (1819-1901), aged 80 - pictured leaving the Herbert Hospital, Woolwich on 22nd March 1900 after visiting soldiers wounded in the Boer War. Date: 1900

Woolwich hulks - Warrior and Sulphur
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - the Warrior with washing-ship Sulphur. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - convicts burial ground
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - the convicts burial ground. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - convicts chapel onboard Defence
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - the convicts chapel onboard Defence.. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - convicts scraping shot
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - convicts scraping shot. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - deck plan of Defence
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - plans of decks of Defence. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - interior view of Defence
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - interior sectional view of the Defence. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - convicts ward set for dinner
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - a convicts ward set for dinner. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - guards give escape signal
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - guards give the escape signal. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - convicts form mortar battery
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - convicts forming a mortar battery. Date: 1862

Woolwich hulks - hospital ship Unit
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - top deck of hospital ship Unit. Date: 1862

North Woolwich Docks
Eventide at George V Dock Dock, North Woolwich, east London, before the World War Two Blitz and the Docklands development. Date: 1930s

Bullets / Woolwich / 1873
The manufacture of bullets at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London Date: 1873

Shells for Guns Woolwich
700 pound shells for 38 ton guns at Woolwich Arsenal Date: 1879

Ship in George V Dock
A large ship moored in Londons busy Docklands, King George V dock, North Woolwich, before the World War Two Blitz and the Docklands development. Date: February 1939

Woolwich Arsenal 1885
Soldiers, a policeman and children with toy hoops outside the entrance to Woolwich Arsenal. Date: 1885

Woolwich / River View
viewed from the river Thames, with a warship and a hulk moored off the river bank, and small boats ferrying passengers across the river Date: circa 1750

Ammunition / Woolwich / 1862
Casting shot and shell for 100-pounder Armstrong guns at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London Date: 1862

Armstrong Gun-Maker / 1862
The finishing touches are applied by lathe to a 100 pounder Armstrong gun at the Woolwich Arsenal, London Date: 1862

Ammunition / Woolwich / 1877
Putting the finishing touches to Palliser shells at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London Date: 1877

Improved fly-planing machine as employed at the Royal Carriage Department, front and side elevations

Will Crooks, Labour MP
Will Crooks (1852-1921) was a socialist politician who grew up in the Poplar district of East London where his family spent some time in a workhouse

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"Woolwich: A Historic Borough on the Banks of the Thames" Discover the rich history and diverse attractions of Woolwich, a captivating borough located near Greenwich in London, England. From iconic landmarks to significant historical sites, this area offers something for everyone. Immerse yourself in industrial heritage at the Tate & Lyle Refinery, where you can witness the fascinating process behind sugar production. Marvel at the engineering marvel that is The Thames Flood Barrier, standing tall against potential flooding and protecting London from its powerful tides. Step back in time with a visit to Woolwich Barracks, once home to brave soldiers who served their country with honor. Explore its storied past and gain insight into military life throughout centuries. Admire the intricate London arms and seals adorning various buildings around town, showcasing pride in local identity and tradition. Pay homage to firefighters' bravery at LCC-LFB Woolwich fire station or witness resilience amidst adversity at Hare Street's aftermath of a fire. Transport yourself further back as you explore historic photographs capturing Woolwich Barracks circa 1905. Delve into nostalgia as you discover images of early days from one of London's most renowned football clubs - Woolwich Arsenal Team - igniting passion among sports enthusiasts even then. Unleash your creativity by visiting an engineering workshop model that showcases innovation and craftsmanship. Or join football fanatics on a journey through time with Chelsea F. C. 's thrilling match against Woolwich Arsenal in 1907 – an event etched forever in sporting history. And finally, remember that even amidst all these remarkable sights lies room for humor – "Why the long face?" Perhaps it's just another day filled with excitement awaiting visitors like you. Intriguingly blending history, culture, sport, industry, and natural beauty along the banks of River Thames; come experience all that makes Woolwich truly special.