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This film was put together for an online community event at the height of the lockdown. It gave people a chance to think about the area and its history at a time when they couldn't get out much. It's great to look back, but hopefully, it also shows what an incredible community we are in Tooting RIGHT NOW, coming together to support each other and make things happen in very difficult times. We want it to encourage people to take a closer look, go on one of Geoff's tours or visit the area - taste the food, smell the daffodils, get involved in our many dynamic and creative networks. We're so lucky to live here! Historical contents: 00:32 - King Edward VII Statue 01:46 - Broadway Electric Picture Palace 02:33 - The Granada Cinema and Music Venue 03:37 - Beatles visiting Tooting 04:55 - Peter Barr Daffodil King 05:56 - Streatham Cemetery 07:18 - Sidney Lewis - Youngest British Soldier 08:21 - Corporal Edward Foster VC - Local Dustman and War Hero 10:29 - Sadie Crawford - Jazz Pioneer 12:24 - Albert Hill - Double Olympic Gold Medal Winner 14:21 - St George's Hospital For more historical facts check out Geoff's website here: https://summerstown182.wordpress.com/
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