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Questions about Southwark

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did engineers of the Roman Empire find firm ground to bridge the Thames at Southwark?

Engineers of the Roman Empire found a narrow strip of firm ground on the south bank around 43 AD. This geographic feature allowed them to bridge the Thames at its lowest point.

Who created the burh of Southwark about 886 to defend the bridge?

King Alfred the Great created the burh of Southwark about 886 to defend the bridge. The area appears in the Domesday Book of 1086 within the hundred of Brixton held by several Surrey manors.

What happened during Jack Cade's Rebellion in 1450 when his army tried to force its way across the bridge?

Jack Cade's Rebellion in 1450 failed when his army tried to force its way across the bridge. The battle cost 200 lives before the rebels were foiled.

Which theatre opened on the Bankside in 1599 within the Liberty of the Clink and burned down in 1613?

The Globe Theatre opened on the Bankside in 1599 within the Liberty of the Clink. It burned down in 1613 and was rebuilt the following year.

When did archaeologists from the Museum of London Archaeology announce a massive Roman mosaic discovery in February 2022?

Archaeologists from the Museum of London Archaeology announced a massive Roman mosaic discovery in February 2022. The dining room mosaic dates from A.D. 175, 225 and features Solomon's knot patterns.

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