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1745 Coaching Stone - Original 18th Century GPS!

Sutton: 18th Century Coaching-Stone – the Original GPS! (13.4.2026)

I may well have written about the old coaching-stones scattered around Sutton and Cheam – I now of two – but was unaware of the date they were established. Basically, these devices informed travellers on foot, horse, or carriage – how many miles it was from where they were to the centre of London. Coachmen could either read the inscription engraved on the stone – or was taught what the stone said and remembered where it was when driving on the road – either way – these coaching-stones served as the original GPS system for travel. I think the Roman established something similar thousands of years ago – so the concept was not new in 1745. What I did not realise is that these stones have now received official recognition of being historically important monuments worthy of preservation and protection. The iron-bars and plaque are the new editions which I only saw when taking a rare walk through Sutton.

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Was Charlie Struck to the Front or Back of the Neck?

UK: Was Charlie Hit in the Front or Back of the Neck? (23.9.2025)

Indeed, Parliament ordered the block be made “lower” than is usual – so that the King had to kneel closer to the ground in submittance to the people. With his chin placed in the notch – his face was positioned “toward the floor”. Therefore, the blow that finished him-off came from behind (entry wound) and “exited” through the front of the neck. If film existed – this is exactly what the footage would show. A sudden screech from crowd was let-out as the axe fell and Charlie’s head dropped with one, clean blow. The people of England had fought a series of wars regarding freedom of speech – and had collectively executed their King because they disagreed with what he thought and said. Those who believe Charlie was struck from front must surely be mistaken. The evidence supports the position that Charlie’s death was caused by a substantial blow to the back of the neck. The eruption of blood to his front would support this analysis. By killing Charlie – the English people ensured freedom of speech then – and for all time!

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