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ON THIS DAY IN LONDON
18th June 1977 Sex Pistols Johnny Rotten and Paul Cook, beaten and robbed by London pub
18th June 1963 Born today: Omar Londono, jockey
18th June 1929 Born today: James Bishop, editor (London News Publications)
18th June 1817 Waterloo Bridge (2formerly Strand Bridge) was officially opened by the Prince Regent.
18th June 1583 Richard Martin of London takes out 1st life insurance policy, on William Gibbons, premium was £383
The Calthorpe Arms
The first policeman in London was killed here
Location: 252 Grays Inn Road, City of London, WC1X 8JR
Description: It was at this pub that the 'Brink's Mat robbery' was planned. It was also the spot where the first policeman in London was killed.
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