London Bridge - the oldest river crossing in London. cover photo - 278698004

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London Bridge is the oldest river crossing in London, bringing river and road traffic together. It was rebuilt multiple times, from timber to stone and concrete and steel.The history behind London Bridge is falling down nursery rhyme is simple: London Bridge really did repeatedly fall down. There were many theories behind the specific origins of the nursery rhyme including:• The shoddy medieval craftsmanship and materials used resulted in it constantly being repaired• The Great Fire of London damaging the structures• A Viking attack • Ice damage in the 13th centurySo, next time you hear the song about the history of London Bridge, you can show off your knowledge and tell those around you why it fell down.

bridge landmark river waterway reflection water vehicle canal transport tourism tower sea arch architecture channel skyline reservoir london oldest crossing bringing road traffic rebuilt multiple times timber stone concrete steel history falling nursery rhyme simple repeatedly fall theories specific origins shoddy medieval craftsmanship materials used constantly repaired• great fire damaging structures• viking attack ice damage 13th centuryso next time hear song show knowledge tell fell