7 DECEMBER 1956, Page 15

SUN RISE

Sts,—In his article on 'Taverns and Chop Houses' (November 30) John Bowen describes The London, founded in 1720, as 'the first insurance company.' He appears to have over- looked The Sun. which was founded in 1710. —Yours faithfully,

H. 0. BUTTON

17 Kent Avenue, Ealing. W13