Uncovering London’s Hidden Wartime Tunnels: A Legacy of Secrecy and Sovereignty at Stake
London’s covert wartime tunnels transition from forgotten military secret to public attraction, raising critical questions about preserving national security history without sanitizing government secrecy.
Deep beneath London’s bustling streets lies a vast network of tunnels constructed in the shadow of World War II — a stark reminder of Britain’s resilience but also its history of governmental secrecy. These 90,000 square feet of subterranean corridors, once meant to shield thousands during the Blitz and later serve as a hub for clandestine operations and Cold War communications, are now poised to become a tourist destination. But behind this transformation lies an opportunity — and obligation — to critically examine the legacy of intelligence and state power. Constructed in utmost secrecy starting in 1940 amid fears of...
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