Oranges and Lemons: Dark Secrets Hidden in the Nursery Rhyme

Join me as we unravel the Oranges and Lemons nursery rhyme’s dark history and hidden meanings. While this seemingly playful rhyme references iconic London churches, it also conceals a far more sinister past. From gruesome executions to forgotten trades, we'll explore the dark origins behind these familiar verses and uncover how this rhyme evolved over time. Was it simply a way to remember the city's layout or a chilling reminder of London's brutal history? Let's dive into the mysteries of Oranges and Lemons and the bells of London.

Leave your thoughts in the comments below—were the last two lines always part of the rhyme, or a later addition to create a more gruesome ending?

CHAPTERS:
00:31 Revisiting the Rhyme
01:18 The Bells of London
09:25 Newgate Prison & Execution Bells
11:51 Exploring the Rhyme’s Lost Lines

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