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Page 26 (Tapescript) Host: The Tower of London is one of the most famous and well-preserved historic buildings in the world. It is more than nine hundred years old and over two million tourists visit it each year. Before I explain its history, I must point out that the Tower is, in fact, not just one tower, but a whole complex of buildings surrounded by walls. To get back to the history, the Romans first used the place over two thousand years ago when they ruled England. The next important date in the Tower of London’s history is 1066. that was when the Norman Duke William came from France and took over England. He built the Tower for protection. However, most of the later kings did not like to live there for long. The Tower was famous for a second function as well — that of a prison — and some very famous prisoners were kept there. Another important function of the Tower was that it was used as a place for storing and making weapons, which lasted until the middle of the 19th century. At first, swords were made and stored there, and later guns. A fourth function was that part of the Tower was used as a zoo, beginning in the 13th century and ending in 1832. Many of the wild animals kept there, including lions, were gifts from visitors. The final function of the Tower was that of a safe. From the 14th century on, the Tower was used to store the jewels of the king and queen. After the 1600, they were exhibited to the public. In fact, the most popular part of the Tower for visitors today is the Jewel House, where the precious jewels are kept. A (1) in fact (2) to get back to (3) the next important date (4) however (5) another important function (6) a fourth function (7) the final function (8) in fact Page 27 (Tapescript) Host: Today we are speaking to Doctor Helen Jones, an expert on the Tower of London. Good morning, Doctor Jones. First of all, can you tell us about the design of the Tow