London marks 70th anniversary of the Blitz

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Published: 2010-09-07 08:58:54

6 September 2010 Rare opportunity for public to visit disused Aldwych Underground station Exhibitions and events across the city highlight bravery and resilience of those living and working during the Blitz Boris Johnson joins Mayor of Dresden and Lord Mayor of Coventry for London Transport Museum event To mark the 70th anniversary of the Blitz and the Battle of Britain, Londoners and visitors are being offered a unique opportunity to descend into a disused Underground station and experience firsthand where thousands took refuge from the bombs that raine blitzmakeup.jpg Yes

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