Westminster Abby houses over 1000 years of England's history. Also known as The Collegiate Church of Saint Peter of Westminster it serves as burial grounds for the historically significant with the graves of 18 monarchs, as well as generals, politicians and artisans, including Kipling, Chaucer and Dickens. Originally built under the command of King William the Confessor, to be his royal burial church, he died one week after the church was consecrated and became the first royal to be buried there. The church continues its significance to England's history as it is also used for royal coronations and royal weddings.