In 1952, the Scottish people were so outraged over a monogram they tarred public mailboxes and planted fake bombs in protest. That seems an extreme reaction over some silly letters, but in fact, those letters carry deep meaning and are steeped in history. The focus of their ire was the royal cipher (or cypher in British English) of the newly crowned Queen Elizabeth II, which they saw as an affront because it disregarded their beloved Mary, Queen of Scots. Tower of London gate

If you plan to visit London, odds are you'll have cloudy weather. In August, the city's sunniest month, 55 % of the days are overcast and by December that number increases to 79 %, according to weather-and-climate.com. So, when you get a beautiful, clear day in London, it's best to spend it outside enjoying the gardens, courtyards and outdoor venues. Here are five fun ways to do just that. Dine on Street Food at Borough Market Arrive hungry and enjoy the sights, sounds and es

When my family said they wanted to visit the Churchill War Rooms , I thought, “Hmmm, maybe I’ll sleep in that morning.” Well, I didn’t and I’m glad. I’m not a huge history buff, so I thought I’d bore quickly during the self-guided audio tour. Just the opposite! This underground bunker for Winston Churchill, his staff and advisors during WWII was unlike any museum I’ve ever visited. The tour takes you throughout the living and working areas of the bunker. Highlights include