What is recorded here
Site of Ludgate demolished 1760
Ludgate was a historic gatehouse and prison in the City of London, originally built in the 11th century and demolished in 1760. It was connected to the governance and law enforcement of the city, serving as a symbol of civic authority and a place of detention for minor offenders.
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