Buses have been used as a mode of public transport in London since 1829, when George Shillibeer started operating a horse-drawn omnibus service from Paddington to the City of London. In the decades since their introduction, the red London bus has become a symbol of the city.
A 2005 Alexander ALX400 passing a 1963 AEC Routemaster
Early days: London General omnibuses in 1927
The London Transport brand continued on buses until 1986
A post-privatisation London bus bearing private operator branding
London General Omnibus Company
The London General Omnibus Company or LGOC, was the principal bus operator in London between 1855 and 1933. It was also, for a short period between 1909 and 1912, a motor bus manufacturer.
S742, a preserved London General liveried bus
A LGOC motor bus c1903.
LGOC B-type