When Big Ben was commissioned in the 1800's, the British Parliament demanded the clock should be the biggest and most powerful in the world, as well as incredibly accurate. How did early builders construct this iconic wonder? Watch more Blowing Up History on discovery : https://bit.ly/3qAUoQ1 | Love History

18K views · 1.2K reactions | A total of 11 chimes were rung by Big Ben, the largest bell of Westminster's Elizabeth Tower, on Remembrance Day. Since 2017, when scaffolding covered the tower for a multi-year project to restore and conserve it, the 30,200 lbs bell has been largely silent. | CBS Sunday Morning | Facebook

2.7K views · 22 reactions | Big Ben's last midday chimes until 2021 when contractors are scheduled to complete the renovations to Elizabeth Tower. | WREG News Channel 3 | Facebook