The London Archives Blog
Latest news from the archives
Latest news from the archives
Exhibition
The Cross and Tibbs Photograph Collection
Exhibition highlights
Highlighting some of the features of our London in the Second World War Exhibition - here we showcase the photographs of Cross and Tibbs.
Long read
The fight that never was
Jack Johnson versus 'Bombardier' Billy Wells
Archives Officer Guy Baker tells the story of a boxing match that didn't take place - between Heavyweight champion of the world Jack Johnson and 'Bombardier' Billy Wells - and shows how parts of that story can be traced in records held at The London Archives.
Exhibition
Armoured Cars
Exhibition highlights
Highlighting some research in connection with our London in the Second World War Exhibition - here we explore photographs of armoured cars that were produced for the Home Guard.
Book Group
'The Night Watch' by Sarah Waters
Find out more
Find out about The London Archives' book group in February 2025 where we discussed 'The Night Watch' by Sarah Waters.
Exhibition