London had a serious muck problem 700 years ago, mainly having to do with human waste. Today's popular street names even pay homage to the filthy problem.
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London had a serious muck problem 700 years ago, mainly having to do with human waste. Today's popular street names even pay homage to the filthy problem.
Added: Apr 12, 2011
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