A church in Londons famous Strand. A few of the church of St Mary le Strand one

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A church in Londons famous Strand. A few of the church of St Mary le Strand one

A church in Londons famous Strand.
A few of the church of St Mary le Strand one of the two Island Churches in Londons famous Strand. It was given its name in memory of the church demolished by Somerset when he was clearing the site for his new house. One of the 50 churches scheduled to be put up in Queen Annes reign. It was consecrated in 1723 and took nine years to build. According to tradition, it was in this church that Prince Charles Edward Stuart the young Pretender renounced Roman Catholicism in the hope of thereby increasing his chances of gaining the throne of his fathers. It is on the site of the Strand Maypole, which was destroyed in 1644.
10 December 1948

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1940s Arhitecture Entrance Exterior Nineteen Forties Traffic

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This print captures the majestic presence of a church in London's famous Strand. The image showcases St Mary le Strand, one of the two Island Churches located in this iconic area. Its name pays homage to the original church that was demolished by Somerset during his construction project for a new house. As part of Queen Anne's reign, this church was among the 50 scheduled to be built, and it took an impressive nine years to complete its construction, being consecrated in 1723. Legend has it that within these very walls, Prince Charles Edward Stuart renounced Roman Catholicism with hopes of increasing his chances at claiming his father's throne. This historical significance adds another layer of intrigue to this architectural masterpiece. The church stands on the site where once stood the Strand Maypole until its destruction in 1644. The photo also captures some traffic passing by its entrance, giving us a glimpse into life in London during the 1940s. This monochrome image from TopFoto. co. uk transports us back to a different era - the twentieth century - showcasing not only stunning architecture but also providing insight into significant moments in history.

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