| Sumario: | This introduction to the fiftieth anniversary issue of The London Journal charts its publishing history and explains this issue's theme of 'London's Past Today'. It begins by exploring the original intentions of the Journal and notes how those reflected the concerns current at the time. It then identifies changes in the types of articles published, the periods and topics covered, and authorship. Using keywords to identify the content matter, the article explores the main differences between the earlier and later years, noting how changes in the external environment and academic fashion have shaped the Journal's content. Finally, we discuss the idea behind the special issue, focusing on how the nine articles illustrate the different ways London's varied histories are currently understood by both scholars and the public.
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