In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, before the widespread use of alarm clocks, knocker-uppers played an important role in waking people up for work in many cities, including East London. The job of a knocker-upper involved going door to door, using long sticks or pea shooters to tap on windows or throw peas at them, ensuring that individuals woke up on time. One … Continue reading Knocking on History’s Window: East London’s Legendary Knocker-Uppers