1. repeal-the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation. abrogation, annulment. derogation - (law) the partial taking away of the effectiveness of a law; a partial repeal or abolition of a law; any derogation of the common law is to be strictly construed. cancellation-the act of cancelling; calling off some arrangement. vacation-the act of making something legally void.
Brief synthesis. The Tower of London is an internationally famous monument and one of Englandâs most iconic structures. William the Conqueror built the White Tower in 1066 as a demonstration of Norman power, siting it strategically on the River Thames to act as both fortress and gateway to the capital.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE TOWER OF LONDON. By Tim Lambert. The Tower of London in The Middle Ages. The Tower of London is one of the most famous buildings in London (although it is actually a number of towers and other buildings). It has stood guard over the city since Norman times. The first part of the Tower of London to be built was the White Tower. It was probably begun in 1078 and finished by 1100. The new tower was designed by a Norman bishop called Gundulf, who was a famous builder.