Charles Rouse, London's last night watchman
Charles Rouse, London's last night watchman
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Charles Rouse, London's last night watchman
SC_PHL_CL_04_01_007 (Collage 283339)
London Metropolitan Archives: Wilson Collection
Charles (Charlie) Rouse, reputedly London's last night watchman, stands outside his post on Brixton Road c1850. He carries the traditional lantern, has a cutlass attached to his waist and a rattle tucked beneath his sash to attract attention.
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