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[Blitz] / The heroes with grimy faces / Winston Churchill
In honour and memory of those firefighters who gave their lives in the defence of the nation, 1939-1945.
This monument was commissioned by the founder Master of the Guild of Firefighters supported by public and service donations. MCMXC
Sculptor = John W Mills ARCA FRBS
The United Kingdom Firefighters National Memorial This memorial was re-dedicated and unveiled on the 16th September 2003 by HRH The Princess Royal (Patron to the Firefighters Memorial Charitable Trust).
This memorial was unveiled by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother on 4 May 1991.
In honour and memory of those firefighters who gave their lives in the defence of the nation, 1939-1945.
This monument was commissioned by the founder Master of the Guild of Firefighters supported by public and service donations. MCMXC
Sculptor = John W Mills ARCA FRBS
The United Kingdom Firefighters National Memorial This memorial was re-dedicated and unveiled on the 16th September 2003 by HRH The Princess Royal (Patron to the Firefighters Memorial Charitable Trust).
This memorial was unveiled by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother on 4 May 1991.
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RNH opened by HRH Princess Louise Duchess of Argyle GBE on the 30th October 1924
This stone was laid by Philip E Hill Esq chairman of Beechams Pills Ltd on the 8th day of December 1936.
This stone was laid by Philip E Hill Esq chairman of Beechams Pills Ltd on the 8th day of December 1936.
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Beau Brummell 1778-1840 "To be truly elegant one should not be noticed"
George 'Beau' Brummell's connections with Court, clubs and tailoring embody the spirit of St James's past and present.
Unveiled by HRH Princess Michael of Kent 5 November 2002
George 'Beau' Brummell's connections with Court, clubs and tailoring embody the spirit of St James's past and present.
Unveiled by HRH Princess Michael of Kent 5 November 2002
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The original statue was erected on this spot in the year 1712 to commemorate the completion of Saint Pauls Cathedral
Francis Bird Sculptor
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This replica of the statue of Queen Anne was erected at the expense of The Corporation of London in the year 1886. The Rt Hon. Sir Reginald Hanson M.A. F.S.A. Lord Mayor Wm. Braham Esq Chairman of the City Lands Committee
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This monument is dedicated to the memory of John Bingham Esquire, sadler to Queene Elizabeth and King James, who was a good benefactory to this parrish & free schole, he departed this life in September 1625 in the 75 yeare of his age and his body lyes buried in a vault before this monument where it expects the resurrection of the just.
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This statue of Queen Elizabeth formerly stood on the West side of Ludgate, that Gate being taken down in 1760 to open the Street, was given by the city to Sr Francis Gosling KN, Alderman of this Ward, who caused it to be placed here.
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Queen Elizabeth's Oak
This ancient tree known as Queen Elizabeth's Oak is thought to have been planted in the 12th Century and it has been hollow for many hundreds of years.
It has traditions linking it with Queen Elizabeth I, King Henry VIII and his Queen Anne Boyleyn, it may also have been a lock-up for offenders against park rules.
It died in the late 19th Century and a strong growth of Ivy supported it until it collapsed in June 1991.
The English Oak alongside was planted by His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, KG, KT Baron Greenwich on 3rd December 1992. The tree was donated by Greenwich Historical Society to mark the 40 years of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
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Diamond Jubilee 1952 - 2012 unveiled by His Royal Highness The Earl of Wessex KG . GCVO 13 November 2012
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Queen Elizabeth II here replied to addresses presented by both Houses of Parliament on 22nd June 1965 commemorating the meeting of the parliament of 1265 to which Simon de Montfort Earl of Leicester caused to be summoned in the name of King Henry III not only Prelates Lay Magnates and Knights of the Shire but also representatives of cities and boroughs
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The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom was opened by HM Queen Elizabeth II 16 October 2009
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Queen Elizabeth on May 4th 1977 here replied to addresses presented by both Houses of Parliament on the occasion of Her Majesty's Silver Jubilee
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This memorial was unveiled by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 26 April 2005
Architects Lord Foster of Thames Bank OM Foster and Partners
Erected for the Police Memorial Trust Chairman and founder Michael Winner MA Cantab
Architects Lord Foster of Thames Bank OM Foster and Partners
Erected for the Police Memorial Trust Chairman and founder Michael Winner MA Cantab
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This tree was planted to commemorate the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth June 1953
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Her Majesty Queen Mary lay in state here from the twenty-ninth of March until her Burial at Windsor on the thirty-first of March nineteen hundred & fifty-three
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This stone was laid by Mrs Sarah A Gotto on the 13th July 1886 being the 50th Yr of the reign of Her Majesty Queen Victoria
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Faces from top left. The identity of the face at the bottom right is unknown
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This Bridge was opened by HRH the Prince of Wales, KG on behalf of Her Majesty Queen Victoria, on Saturday the 30th June 1894 in the presence of HRH The Princess of Wales, HRH The Duke of York KG and other members of the Royal Family, the Right Honorable Sir George Robert Tyler, Bart., Lord Mayor.
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Blackwall Tunnel London County Council
Commenced 1892 and opened in 1897
by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales
on behalf of
Her Majesty the Queen
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Commenced 1892 and opened in 1897
by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales
on behalf of
Her Majesty the Queen
List of names follows
{underneath}The above plaque was removed from the original tunnel entrance gateway which was demolished in 1959 to make way for the new Northern Approach to Blackwall Tunnel
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Heather Rabbatts born 1955 was a Jamaican born British lawyer, business woman and broadcaster. Chief Executive of London Boroughs of Merton and Lambeth, she has been a campaigner against corruption and for human rights.
Artist: Paula Ligo
Artist: Paula Ligo
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Erected in memory and at the cost of Miss Mary Gray Ratray of 41 Tavistock Square London who died on the 6th July 1873.
Edwin Bedford Esq. and Charles Jellicoe Esq. Executors
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The Burial Place of the heart of Roesia of Dover Great Great Grand-daughter of the founder of this abbey Richard de Lucy
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Betsy Ross Elizabeth Griscom Claypoole January 1, 1752 - January 30, 1836 and her husband John Claypoole August 15, 1752 - August 3, 1817
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1869 - 1976 The Evelina Hospital for Sick Children in Southwark
Baroness Evelina de Rothschild Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild Lady Superintendent Alice Cross Dr Arthur Farre MD FRCP FRS
This plaque celebrates the founding of the Evelina Children's Hospital, which was built on this site in 1869. It commemorates the work of the founder, planners, doctors, nurses and staff, and all the generous benefactors and supporters during the hospital's first 107 years.
The hospital was founded by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in memory of the early deaths of his wife, Evelina, and their baby son. The hospital was planned by Dr Arthur Farre, obstetrician to Evelina and the royal family.
The chosen site, Southsea Court in Southwark, was in one of the poorest districts of London, where children were stricken with disease, serious infections and undernourishment leading to many deaths. This new model hospital uplifted the spirit of the people, bringing to a deprived district the hope of fighting the ravages of childhood diseases.
In 1976 the Evelina moved to Guy's Tower, Southwark, to unite with Guy's Hospital Children's Department. The old Evelina building was demolished and the area was converted into Mint Street Park.
Baroness Evelina de Rothschild Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild Lady Superintendent Alice Cross Dr Arthur Farre MD FRCP FRS
This plaque celebrates the founding of the Evelina Children's Hospital, which was built on this site in 1869. It commemorates the work of the founder, planners, doctors, nurses and staff, and all the generous benefactors and supporters during the hospital's first 107 years.
The hospital was founded by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in memory of the early deaths of his wife, Evelina, and their baby son. The hospital was planned by Dr Arthur Farre, obstetrician to Evelina and the royal family.
The chosen site, Southsea Court in Southwark, was in one of the poorest districts of London, where children were stricken with disease, serious infections and undernourishment leading to many deaths. This new model hospital uplifted the spirit of the people, bringing to a deprived district the hope of fighting the ravages of childhood diseases.
In 1976 the Evelina moved to Guy's Tower, Southwark, to unite with Guy's Hospital Children's Department. The old Evelina building was demolished and the area was converted into Mint Street Park.
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Dame Cicely Saunders (1918-2005) by Nigel Boonham, 2001 Bronze
Cicely Saunders was the visionary pioneer of the hospice movement. She devoted her life to ensuring that terminally ill people could die with dignity and without pain.
Today there are about 220 hospices in the United Kingdom and more than 8,000 around the world. Dame Cicely's work helped to change society's attitude to what was regarded as the Western world's last taboo. As she said: "You matter because you are you, and you matter to the last moment of your life."
Cicely Saunders was the visionary pioneer of the hospice movement. She devoted her life to ensuring that terminally ill people could die with dignity and without pain.
Today there are about 220 hospices in the United Kingdom and more than 8,000 around the world. Dame Cicely's work helped to change society's attitude to what was regarded as the Western world's last taboo. As she said: "You matter because you are you, and you matter to the last moment of your life."
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Mary Seacole Nurse of the Crimean War 1805 - 1881
Wherever the need arises on whatever distant shore I ask no higher or greater privilege than to minister to it.
Wherever the need arises on whatever distant shore I ask no higher or greater privilege than to minister to it.
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This bronze disc bears an impression of the ground taken from the site in Crimea where Jamaican nurse Mary Seacole ministered to British soldiers during the war of 1853-1856
I trust that England will not forget one who nursed her sick who sought out her wounded to aid and succour them and who performed the last offices for some of her illustrious dead.
Sir William Howard Russell, war correspondent, The Times 1857
I trust that England will not forget one who nursed her sick who sought out her wounded to aid and succour them and who performed the last offices for some of her illustrious dead.
Sir William Howard Russell, war correspondent, The Times 1857
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Mary Seacole born 1805 learned natural medicine in Jamaica and volunteered as a nurse in a cholera outbreak in Jamaica, taking her skills to Central America and then the Crimea War where she treated wounded soldiers from both sides. She wrote her autobiography Wonderful Adventures of Mrs Seacole in Many Lands 1857.
Artist: Alejandra Casimiro Herrera
Artist: Alejandra Casimiro Herrera
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Wayne Marques is near top centre, Evelyn Sharp is bottom centre, Dorkins is near top right
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From children of the loyal temperance legion in memory of work done for the temperance cause by Lady Henry Somerset, the President , National British Womens Temperance Assoc. incorporated June 1898. I was thirsty and ye gave me drink
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In Memoriam
Rosetta Sotheran died July 5th 1892
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Violette Szabo born 1921 was a member of the British secret military service in World War 2. Captured when she ran out of ammunition during a gun battle between the French Resistance and German soldiers, Violette was interrogated, tortured, and died in Ravensbruck concentration camp. The French government awarded her the Croix de Guerre in 1947 and the Médaille de la Résistance in 1973.
Artist: Silvie Jacobi
Artist: Silvie Jacobi
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In memory of Susan Taylor S.R.N. died 1967 aged 21 years. This statuette was presented to the School of Nursing by friends and her colleagues and patients at Fulham Hospital
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Christians, you are obligated to worship one god and to save one soul obtained. The Virgin Mary ; Angels ; Bless the Saints
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Hester Thrale born 1741 was a colourful member of London society, noted for her wit and charm. Her book Reflections is recognised to day as an early feminist history, and her Anecdotes on the late Samuel Johnson is a valuable source for quotations.
Artist: Jacqueline West
Artist: Jacqueline West
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In memory of Violet Alice Tritton, 1883 - 1956
{top right:} A friend of Bermondsey for more than fifty years
{top right:} A friend of Bermondsey for more than fifty years
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I am rooted, but I flow Arielle Tse
This work commemorates the 150th anniversary of the UK's first admission of women into university education by the University of London
It was made possible by generous grants from the University's Convocation Trust and the University of London. November 2018
This work commemorates the 150th anniversary of the UK's first admission of women into university education by the University of London
It was made possible by generous grants from the University's Convocation Trust and the University of London. November 2018
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Joanna Vassa Beloved wife of Henry Bromley and Daughter of Gustavus Vassa
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Priscilla
Wakefield
1751 - 1832
Quaker author and
founder of the Penny
Savings Bank lived
near here
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In this house Leonard and Virginia Woolf lived 1915-1924 and founded the Hogarth Press in 1917
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{on the back of the plinth} This statue was erected in honour of Gertrude & Harold Baillie Weaver by the National Council for Animal Welfare with the generous co-operation of the sculptor. 1931
{on the front of the plinth} To all protectors of the defenceless.
{on the front of the plinth} To all protectors of the defenceless.
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Dame Henrietta Barnett, D.B.E. founder of The Hampstead Garden Suburb lived here 1915 - 1936
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Lilian Baylis born 1874 - A niece of Emma Cons, Lilian flourished as a theatrical producer who revived the Old Vic Theatre and Sadlers Wells Theatre, as well as founding the forerunners of English National Opera, the National Theatre and The Royal Ballet.
Artist: Silvie Jacobi
Artist: Silvie Jacobi
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The Adelphi This building stands on the site of Adelphi Terrace built by the brothers Adam in 1768 - 1774. Among the occupants of the Terrace were Topham and Lady Diana Beauclerk, David Garrick, Richard Doyly Carte, Thomas Hardy & George Bernard Shaw, The London School of Economics and Political Science and the Savage Club also had their premises here. LCC 1951
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Natalie Bell born 1967 is a community activist playing a vital part in local projects such as Coin Street Community Builders, SE1 United Youth Forum, WaCoCo and Friends of St Johns Sculpture Garden. She champions youth leadership and is passionate about bringing community groups together to produce win-win results.
Artist: Naomi Hope
Artist: Naomi Hope
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Croatian Library Ivana Brlic-Mazuranic Born on IV.18, 1874 in Ogulin. She lived from 1882 in this diedo home until her marriage on IV.18, 1892. Dies on 1/21 1938 in Zagreb
On the 100th anniversary of birth a memorial plaque was erected in 1974 by the Association of Croatian Literary Associations and the Association of Societies
On the 100th anniversary of birth a memorial plaque was erected in 1974 by the Association of Croatian Literary Associations and the Association of Societies
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This tower being in imminent danger of ruin owing to the weakness of the foundations was underpinned and made secure, in memory of Emily Blanche Carr-Gomm Lady of the manor of Rotherhithe by her son Hubert William Culling Carr-Gomm member of parliament for Rotherhithe. AD 1913
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Emma Cons born 1838 - Emma was a politician, suffragette, educationalist, business woman, philanthropist and impresario. She was the first woman alderman of the London County Council, founder of Morley College and the Old Vic Theatre.
Artist: Laura Symes
Artist: Laura Symes
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Soprano of world voice Toti Dal Monte 1893-1975 stayed in Abbazia in 1939
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Hitchcock and Dietrich - Marlene Dietrich, star of his 1950 thriller Stage Fright, relaxes with Hitchcock off set.
"Marlene was a professional star - she was also a professional cameraman, art director, editor, costume designer, hairdresser, make-up woman, composer, producer and director." - Alfred Hitchcock.
"Marlene was a professional star - she was also a professional cameraman, art director, editor, costume designer, hairdresser, make-up woman, composer, producer and director." - Alfred Hitchcock.
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Queens Wood Highgate
This wood comprising 50 acres was opened for the use and enjoyment of the public as an open space for ever, on July 23rd 1898 by Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Albany.
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The power of imagery gives things life Isadora Duncan
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In memory of Genevieve Beavers Earle 1883-1956 longtime resident of Brooklyn Heights. Civic leader and good neighbor. Member and minority leader of the city council. Devoted to the welfare of Brooklyn and the city of New York. This plaque is the gift of her many friends.
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In gratitude to Crystal Hale, tireless campaigner & founder of The Islington Boat Club. The club has provided safe boating for thousands of youngsters on City Road Basin and now celebrates its 25th anniversary.
1970 - 1995
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Octavia Hill born 1838 the founder of modern social work through her tireless work to alleviate poverty from the age of 14, Octavia pioneered affordable housing, campaigned for open space, and co-founded the National Trust.
Artist: Joy Sturgess
Artist: Joy Sturgess
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Homenagem da Cidade do Funchal a Maria Aurora Carvalho Homem escritora, poeta, jornalista e dinamizadora cultural 26 de Septembro 2019
(Tribute from the City of Funchal to Maria Aurora Carvalho Homem writer, poet, journalist and cultural promoter 26th of September 2019)
(Tribute from the City of Funchal to Maria Aurora Carvalho Homem writer, poet, journalist and cultural promoter 26th of September 2019)
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This monument was unveiled by HRH the Duke of Edinburgh KG, KT in the presence of Senator Eduardo Menem the President of the Honourable Senate of the Argentine Republic; Councillor Angela Hooper CBE, the Lord Mayor of Westminster; The Rt. Hon. Douglas Hurd MBE, MP, the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs and H. E. Ambassador Mario Campora.
November 1994.
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Eva Hubback born 1886 - An early English feminist and suffragette, Eva became Principal of Morley College in 1927. She was also President of the National Union for Equal Citizenship and was elected to the London County Council.
Artists: Dee Smith and Jo Thorpe
Artists: Dee Smith and Jo Thorpe
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Cynthia Jarrett 1956-1985 Symbol of the community
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Claudia Jones 1915-1964 A great fighter for liberation of humanity
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Jude Kelly born 1954 is a theatre director and producer with over 100 productions to her name, many of them award winning. She founded the West Yorkshire Playhouse (1990) and Metal (2002), and was appointed Artistic Director of the Southbank Centre in 2005.
Artist: Silvie Jacobi
Artist: Silvie Jacobi
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In loving memory of our darling sister Marie Lloyd born Feb 12th 1870 died Oct 7th 1922 daughter of John and Matilda Wood
Tired she was, and she wouldn't show it.
Suffering she was, and hoped we didn't know it.
But he who loved her knew, and, understanding all,
Prescribed long rest, and gave the final call.
Tired she was, and she wouldn't show it.
Suffering she was, and hoped we didn't know it.
But he who loved her knew, and, understanding all,
Prescribed long rest, and gave the final call.
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in memoriam Laura Lyttelton died Easter Day 1886
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Mrs Mallet born circa 1840 was concerned for the poor of Lambeth and was a district visitor in 1864 trying to identify families in need. She organized a refuge for women and then started to prepare penny dinners. She also ran mothers meetings and gave sewing classes for girls.
Artist: Alejandra Casimiro Herrera
Artist: Alejandra Casimiro Herrera
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Caroline Martineau born 1844. Caroline was one of the earliest teachers at Morley College, and was principal from 1891 until her death in 1902. She was always known for her generosity and keen sense of social purpose - her last and most generous gift to the college was a physics laboratory.
Artist: Jacqueline West
Artist: Jacqueline West
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Dr Annie McCall born 1859 founded the Clapham Maternity Hospital and through her pioneering work in midwifery and childcare she achieved very high survival rates for mothers and children.
Artist: Laura Symes
Artist: Laura Symes
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Margaret Mellor born 1933. As a Waterloo resident Margaret has worked for the last 40 years on community planning in Waterloo. Her main aims have been to increase social housing for families and green open space for everyone. She contributed to the setting up of Waterloo Community Development Group, Coin Street Community Builders and Waterloo Action Centre.
Artist: Jacqueline West
Artist: Jacqueline West
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John Christie C.H., M.C., Hon. D. Mus Co-founder with his wife Audrey Mildmay of the Glyndebourne Festival Opera
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Saint Mother Teresa
With appreciation and love, from Kosovo to Portugal!
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Esperance Bridge July 2021 Named by the children of the Kings Crsoss Academy, Esperance means hope, expectation and belief. The name is inspired by the Esperance Club (1895-1914), a pioneering social project for local sewing girls founded by the radical Suffragettes Mary Neal and Emmeline Pethick-Lawrence.
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Well Hall Pleasaunce
An 18th century house standing on this site before its demolition in 1931 was for 23 years the home of Edith Nesbit (1858 - 1924), author of The Railway Children. During her somewhat unusual married life here with husband Hubert Bland, a founder member of the Fabian Society, she wrote many other books including The Phoenix and the Carpet, Five Children and It and the Wouldbegoods.
Before Edith Nesbit took up residence here in 1899, there were other notable occupiers of this imposing three storey house.
The famous clock maker, John Arnold, lived here from 1779 to 1799, seeking an answer to longitude, and the Rev. Charles Fryer, vicar of St John's church at Eltham in the 1840s. The house was used as the boarding section of Well Hall School in the 1880s and their bell can still be seen on the nearby Tudor Barn.
However, Edith Nesbit, with her magic touch of writing children's stories which still live on today in television and film adaptations, is the name now most associated with Well Hall House. She loved living here in this part of South East London and especially enjoyed punting on the moat whilst entertaining her many literary friends, George Bernard Shaw and H.G. Wells among them.
In 1915 and 1916 the grounds were used for garden parties, held to raise funds for The Pioneer Women Campaigners (connected with the Woolwich Labour Party).
Hubert died at Well Hall in 1914. Three years later Edith married marine engineer Tommy Tucker known as 'Skipper', and in 1922 left Eltham for Jesson St. Mary, near Dymchurch Kent, where they had enjoyed numerous holidays exploring the countryside. It was here in 1924 that Edith died; she lies at rest at St. Mary-in-the-Marsh Church, Romney Marsh, Kent.
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The Florence Nightingale Garden
This garden celebrated the dedicated nursing and midwifery professionals who trained or have worked at Guy's and St Thomas' caring for our patints, pioneering new treatments and inspiring future generations.
Florence Nightingale founded the Nightingale Nurse Training School at St Thomas' Hospital in 1860, which continued until 1996. The Next Generation of Nightingales was launched in 2017 to build on this legacy.
This garden celebrated the dedicated nursing and midwifery professionals who trained or have worked at Guy's and St Thomas' caring for our patints, pioneering new treatments and inspiring future generations.
Florence Nightingale founded the Nightingale Nurse Training School at St Thomas' Hospital in 1860, which continued until 1996. The Next Generation of Nightingales was launched in 2017 to build on this legacy.
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"Find me a place in the sun in the sea On a rock Near an Isle in the Caribee; There I will set her Honoured, Free..."
In Honour and praise of all Caribbean women inspired by the poem Bronze Woman by Cecile Nobrega Sculptor Aleix Barbat London 8 October 2008
In Honour and praise of all Caribbean women inspired by the poem Bronze Woman by Cecile Nobrega Sculptor Aleix Barbat London 8 October 2008
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in loving memory of Emmeline Pankhurst wife of R.M. Pankhurst LLD at rest June 14th 1928
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Site of 400 Old Ford Road
East London Federation of the Suffragettes' Women's Hall and Cost Price Restaurant. Sylvia Pankhurst & Norah Smyth lived here from 1914 - 1924.
East London Federation of the Suffragettes' Women's Hall and Cost Price Restaurant. Sylvia Pankhurst & Norah Smyth lived here from 1914 - 1924.
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{Bottom Right} This plaque is presented with much pleasure by China Travel Services (H.K.) Ltd to commemorate the unveiling of two Chinese Lions by HRH the Duke of Gloucester on the 29 October 1985 (during the quatercentenary year of the City of Westminster) at the formal opening of Gerrard Street China Town. The unveiling ceremony was attended by His Excellency Hu Ding Yi the Ambassador of The People's Republic of China, the Right Worshipful the Lord Mayor of Westminster Councillor Roger Bramble, Mr Colvyn Haye, CBE, the Hong Kong Commissioner and Mr Harry Chi-Cheung Lee President of the China Town Chinese Association (London).
The two Chinese Lions were generously donated by the People's Republic of China. The Sculpture of the Chinese characters on the Gateways were sponsored by the Hong Kong Government. The Chinese Couplets on the Gateways were composed by Mr B. Tran Huynh. The 29th day October 1985.
{on Left}This plaque was unveiled on 7th February 2000 by HRH the Prince of Wales on the occasion of the Royal Visit to London Chinatown to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Dragon Millennium 2000. Presented by Mr Tim Yau, MBE, President London Chinatown Chinese Association.
{Top Right} This plaque was laid by Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall on Thursday 1st November 2007 with warmest affection from Mr Chu Ting Tang, President The London Chinatown Chinese Association and The Chinese Community in Britain
The two Chinese Lions were generously donated by the People's Republic of China. The Sculpture of the Chinese characters on the Gateways were sponsored by the Hong Kong Government. The Chinese Couplets on the Gateways were composed by Mr B. Tran Huynh. The 29th day October 1985.
{on Left}This plaque was unveiled on 7th February 2000 by HRH the Prince of Wales on the occasion of the Royal Visit to London Chinatown to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Dragon Millennium 2000. Presented by Mr Tim Yau, MBE, President London Chinatown Chinese Association.
{Top Right} This plaque was laid by Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall on Thursday 1st November 2007 with warmest affection from Mr Chu Ting Tang, President The London Chinatown Chinese Association and The Chinese Community in Britain
Plaque Wording:
Lisa Pontecorvo is shown holding the scroll
Plaque Wording:
Lisa Pontecorvo, 1944 - 2008, beloved friend of Edward Square.