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The palace of Westminster England - The Gunpowder Plot

Time: Saturday Nov 5, 1605

Place: London, England

Details: The medieval House of Lords chamber, which had been the target of the failed Gunpowder Plot of 1605, was demolished as part of this work in order to create a new Royal Gallery and ceremonial entrance at the southern end of the palace.

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