Walking among Kings

Today was a great adventure.  We started the day at Westminster Abbey, a cathedral built by Edward the Confessor around 1065 AD, though a church had existed on the sight since the 8th century.  In the Abbey are buried many of the kings of England among whom are Edward the Confessor, Edward the First and Third, Queen's Elizabeth and Mary to name a few.  Among these kings is a very special grave to my 18th great grandfather, John Carpenter.  He was the Town Clerk of London and author of the Liber Albus which is the first writting of English Common Law.  Unfortunatly, his marker has been worn away by 600 years of feet walking over his stone memorial.
I was allowed to visit the City of london School for Boys that was established by his donation of personal land and property.  I have added a picture of a marker placed on the outside of the school in memorial to him. This is a reason for you to work on your family tree project as you may also have great men in your past.
We also visited the Tower of London, one of the three castles built by William the Conqueror within the city limits of London. (see earlier post).  This castle houses the Crown Jewels of England which are stunning to behold.  The Tower of London was also used as a prison for High ranking criminals (Barons, Earls and even several Queens).  75 individuals were beheaded after being held prisoner in the Tower.  Most were convicted of treason against the King or Queen. 

The first picture is a plaque concerning my 18th great grandfather from the City of London School.  The next two pictures are of Westminster Abbey, while the final two are of the Tower of London.