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How London Was Built

How London Was Built

Description: Adam Hart-Davis presents a unique history of the capital through its landmarks.
Genre: History
Year Released: 2005
Number of seasons: 2
Number of episodes: 22
First episode air date: July 19, 2005
Network: History
Language: English
Cast: Adam Hart-Davis
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