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Robin9 · January 21st 16, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by e27002 aurora

On Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:43:11 -0800 (PST), wrote:

Getting back to the subject of what to name future Underground lines, I assume
there will eventually be an Elizabeth line, probably some years after King
Charles III (or whatever other monarchical name he chooses) ascends the throne.
If this happens Her Majesty will have two lines named for her, as the Jubilee
was named for the Silver Jubilee. Given how long she has served the country,
that seems fitting.

Absolutely.

Naming lines after politicians, especially controversial ones or those who
divide opinion, would never be a good idea, regardless of the political
allegiance of the politician in question. Plus in general monarchical names
tend to just sound better, as they tend to be long-used and familiar, and
carry the majesty of their various original owners to an extent.

So naming something for "Clement Attlee" would not work for you.

I could see the merit in a Cromwell Line, while I'd personally not be in
favour I can accept that he was a sufficiently major character in English
history as to be potentially valid. And long enough ago that any personal
animosity on either side should have dissipated. Personally I thank the
gods that his ideas failed and we returned to being a monarchy though!

Of course major social movements for progress could possibly also be
considered. The abolition of slavery, the emancipation of women, the
outlawing of racism, the equality of people of alternative sexuality
and gender identity. But as movement names (the Emancipation Line,
or the Equality Line, perhaps?) as opposed to being named for individuals.
Though perhaps politicians from more than say 200 years ago could be
considered to be both long-term historically significant enough, and
sufficiently long ago as to be no longer divisive, could be allowed.
The Wilberforce Line?

A "Wilberforce" line, or any public structure so named, is a concept I
would wholeheartedly favor.

It doesn't matter what the name is as long as it meets the
three criteria: non-controversial; easily pronounced, concise.

One of the two halves will continue as the Northern Line.
The other can be called anything: Barclay Line, Primrose Line;
Sherman Line; anything you like. It doesn't matter if the name
makes no sense. Within a few days it will become accepted,
used and very familiar.