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  • The Man Who Tried to Steal a Crown

    The Man Who Tried to Steal a Crown
    Oct 8 2026

    In 1671, Thomas Blood entered the Tower of London disguised as a clergyman—and attempted to steal the Crown Jewels. His plan relied on friendship, deception and a crown battered small enough to hide beneath a coat.

    Discover how the audacious robbery unravelled, why King Charles II pardoned the would-be thief, and what the surviving evidence can—and cannot—tell us about this extraordinary crime.

    Today’s journey into history is brought to you by George, our synthetic narrator.
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    10 mins