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In 1914, suffragettes protesting for women's right to vote disrupted services at Westminster Abbey, chanting "God Save Mrs Pankhurst" and praying for imprisoned suffragette leaders. On 11 June 1914, a bomb planted by the Women's Social and Political Union exploded inside the Abbey, damaging the Coronation Chair and breaking the Stone of Scone. (en.wikipedia.org)
During World War II, the Abbey suffered damage from incendiary bombs in 1941, leading to the collapse of the lantern tower above the crossing. Despite this, daily worship continued, and the Abbey was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. (en.wikipedia.org)
In 1997, the Abbey began charging admission fees to visitors, who now number approximately 1.75 million annually. (en.wikipedia.org) The Abbey remains a working church, hosting regular services and significant events, including royal weddings and national commemorations. (westminster-abbey.org)
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