25K views · 86 reactions | Twenty years ago, a bomber targeted three London communities, killing three people and injuring 140. https://bbc.in/2KF4WLl | BBC Newsnight | Facebook

Today we remember those who died or were injured in the London nail bombings. We also thank those who bravely responded to the incidents. With those targeted, all being minority groups within London, this anniversary is a moment to acknowledge London’s rich diversity. When the attacks took place, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Mark Davidson was a trainee firefighter stationed at Knightsbridge. Not long after starting his shift, his Watch were mobilised to an explosion at Old Compton Street in Soh

66K views · 937 reactions | #OnThisDay 1999: The Millennium Wheel in London was being hoisted into position after a previous attempt to lift the structure had failed. | BBC Archive | Facebook