Historical Events tagged with "bishopsgate"
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IRA Bombing in Bishopsgate, London
A large bomb explosion in the Bishopsgate area of London caused extensive damage and disruption. This incident was part of a series of attacks attributed to the Irish Republican Army (IRA), aimed at the financial heart of the city to disrupt business and demonstrate the group's strength. The bombing resulted in significant loss of property and left over 40 people injured, highlighting the ongoing tensions in Northern Ireland and the IRA's campaign against British rule. The city of London had previously experienced such attacks, but the scale of devastation in Bishopsgate was particularly notable.
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