The Underground Map

The Underground Map

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Obsessed with London history, transport and maps. Occasional posts about space science and random stuff. Based atm in Leiden, NL

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John Rocque’s map of central Middlesex (1750s) Not only did Rocque create a detailed map of central London but also ventured into the suburbs. This section depicts many different names/spellings of northwest London - Sherrick Green, Dollys Hill amongst them 📷 John Rocque #map #dollishill

The construction site for the Empire Stadium (1922) This would later become Wembley Stadium. The odd markings may mark diggings for the previous Wembley Tower foundations. 🎨 Historic England #london #wembleystadium