The Living City, 1970, part 10 - small East London streets, Holborn Viaduct, Blackfriars Bridge, car parks

The video discusses the reconstruction of the city after the Great Fire, highlighting the unchanged street layout with narrow lanes. It covers Victorian road improvements, such as the Holborn Viaduct, and modern developments like the Blackfriars underpass. Future road projects, including a £60 million scheme, are mentioned, along with plans for multi-storey and underground car parks.

What was the main characteristic of London's layout after the Great Fire?

• The original layout was largely preserved with some roads widened.

• The city was rebuilt with a focus on modern architecture.

• The city was rebuilt with wider streets throughout.

• A completely new city plan was implemented.

What was the purpose of the Holborn Viaduct?

• To replace the old London Bridge.

• To provide a direct route from Smithfield to Blackfriars Bridge.

• To serve as a pedestrian-only bridge.

• To connect the city with the countryside.

What was a significant feature of the road improvement scheme completed within 20 years?

• Construction of a new airport.

• Expansion of the London Underground.

• Introduction of a new railway system.

• Development of through roads, pedestrian ways, and a ring road.

By what year was London Bridge rebuilt?

• 1990

• 1980

• 1971

• 1965

What was planned for the perimeter roads as part of the improvement scheme?

• A new shopping mall.

• Multi-storey and underground car parks.

• New residential areas.

• A series of parks and green spaces.