Street lamps provide new sense of security for London pedestrians

With the rise of theft which occurs on our streets, these magnificent lamps are the perfect relief from the garotters who “[lurk] unseen in the gloom, of some archway or prowls under the shadow of a deadwall, ready to spring out as soon as his back is presented to him” (All The Year Round, 538). With lamps installed in Regents Park and Whitechapel, “half [of the garotter’s] occupation [is] gone” (All The Year Round, 538) due to the illumination of his cover. We hope to have more installed in the upcoming month along the railways and Pall Mall. While street lamps do provide enhanced safety, they do no guarantee it. If you must walk at night, do care to take the proper precautions! 

Brittney Cato