10 Facts about the Tower of London (9/10)

The Yeomen Warders, known popularly as the Beefeaters, are the ceremonial guards of the Tower of London. Having actively served since the late 15th century in this capacity, the Beefeaters are permitted to reside within the Tower of London with their families. In order to become one of the Warders, you must have completed twenty-two years of active military service.