26 Most London Things That Have Ever Happened

16. This South London Newspaper Headline

Did he? And even if he did, why has it made front page news? Aren't the cops allowed to buy tea? This might be an incredibly London-y thing, but it makes absolutely zero sense.

15. This Image Of Sherlock Holmes Staring Broodingly At The Gherkin

You can't get more much "Lahndahn" than this: a London-born actor playing one of London's most famous fictional characters, looking at one of London's most iconic buildings. For those who are brain-challenged, that's Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Holmes looking at the Gherkin. Elementary.

14. The Person Who Bought This Purely So They Could Do That

It's just a matter of perspective. And wasted cash.

13. This Passive-Aggressive Underground Sign

Yes, this is the way people think in London, and now it's spreading to our public announcement signs. Sorry. Or, no, we're not sorry at all. Okay, we are. A little bit. But not a lot. MOVE, WILL YOU?

12. This Photograph Of Charlie Chaplin Standing On The Roof Of The Savoy With His Wife

Arguably the most famous English actor of all time - born in London, no less - stands on top of the Savoy Hotel with his wife, Oona. Just another day in the life of Charlie Chaplin, then.
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