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What Was London Like During the Great Stink (1858)

1.2K views · Mar 15, 2026 · Entertainment

Comments · 9

  • @honkyvanwildebeest8926 · 4 months ago

    A little known fact: The earliest recipe for the Dirty Martini, actually dates back to the Summer of 1858.  The Poo and Tonic also survives to this day, although like the Dirty Martini, its recipe has changed to suit a more modern palate.

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  • @carolwilliams8511 · 6 months ago

    The AI bringing the old photos to life is fascinating. That crowded street!! 😮

  • @PatriziaViola-yd2nb · 3 weeks ago

    cOleraaaaaa con la O!!!!

  • @RobertsHistory999 · 6 months ago

    Is this really true? But the video content is quite good.

  • @PatriziaViola-yd2nb · 3 weeks ago

    CALERA??? e che malattia era????

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