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To the memory of
William Gilson Humphrey B.D.
Scholar divine
Vicar of this parish from 1855 to 1886
Born Jan. 1815 Died Jan. 1886
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W. T. Stead 1849 - 1912
This memorial to a journalist of wide renown was erected near the spot where he worked for more than thirty years by journalists of many lands in recognition of his brilliant gifts fervent spirit & untiring devotion to the service of his fellow men.
This memorial to a journalist of wide renown was erected near the spot where he worked for more than thirty years by journalists of many lands in recognition of his brilliant gifts fervent spirit & untiring devotion to the service of his fellow men.
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Silver Jubilee Walkway Trust This plaque commemorates the inauguration of the final section of the Silver Jubilee Walkway around Central London from the Tower of London to Leicester Square by the Duke of Gloucester Patron of the Trust on Friday 14 July 1978
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{the small plaque at the bottom} In memory of our comrades of the Inns of Court Regt who gave their lives in the 1939-45 war
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London Coliseum
Home of English National Opera since 1968, The London Coliseum, opened in 1904, was originally conceived as a variety theatre, Sir Oswald Stoll wanted a revolving dome to top his sumptuous theatre, but this being deemed illegal, he settled instead for the flashing electric lights familiar today. Theatreland - Heart of the Performing Arts in London A joint venture by the City of Westminster and the Society of West End Theatre
Home of English National Opera since 1968, The London Coliseum, opened in 1904, was originally conceived as a variety theatre, Sir Oswald Stoll wanted a revolving dome to top his sumptuous theatre, but this being deemed illegal, he settled instead for the flashing electric lights familiar today. Theatreland - Heart of the Performing Arts in London A joint venture by the City of Westminster and the Society of West End Theatre
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Victoria
Queen of Great Britain and Ireland
Empress of India
laid with her own hand this foundation stone
24th March 1886
Queen of Great Britain and Ireland
Empress of India
laid with her own hand this foundation stone
24th March 1886
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Canada Walk
Here in a building opposite at 20 Lincoln's Inn Fields was the Headquarters of the
Royal Canadian Air Force in Great Britain during the second World War. This Headquarters provided central support to some 85,000 Canadian personnel who served in 48 RCAF Squadrons and with numerous RAF units. In all, 14,455 Canadian airmen made the supreme sacrifice while serving overseas.
Here in a building opposite at 20 Lincoln's Inn Fields was the Headquarters of the
Royal Canadian Air Force in Great Britain during the second World War. This Headquarters provided central support to some 85,000 Canadian personnel who served in 48 RCAF Squadrons and with numerous RAF units. In all, 14,455 Canadian airmen made the supreme sacrifice while serving overseas.
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Founded AD 1549 Rebuilt AD 1923 The Ship Tavern
This Tavern was established in the year 1549. During the proscription of the Roman Catholic religion, it was used as a shelter for Priests and Services were held here secretly. The neighbourhood was once notorious for the gambling houses of Whetstone Park. Famous visitors have been Richard Penderell, who aided King Charles' escape, Bayford, shoemaker and antiquarian, the woman Chevalier d'Eon, who lived as a man, and Smeaton the builder of the first Eddystone Lighthouse. It was a centre of Freemasonry and a Lodge with the number 234 was consecrated here by the Grand Master the Earl of Antrim in 1786.
This Tavern was established in the year 1549. During the proscription of the Roman Catholic religion, it was used as a shelter for Priests and Services were held here secretly. The neighbourhood was once notorious for the gambling houses of Whetstone Park. Famous visitors have been Richard Penderell, who aided King Charles' escape, Bayford, shoemaker and antiquarian, the woman Chevalier d'Eon, who lived as a man, and Smeaton the builder of the first Eddystone Lighthouse. It was a centre of Freemasonry and a Lodge with the number 234 was consecrated here by the Grand Master the Earl of Antrim in 1786.
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Marshall of the Royal Air Force Sir Arthur Harris BT GCB OBE AFC In memory of a great commander and of the brave crews of Bomber Command, more than 55,000 of whom lost their lives in the cause of freedom. The nation owes them all an immense debt.
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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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From this site John Logie Baird broadcast the first television programme in Great Britain on the 30th September 1929. The Royal Television Society
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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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JACOBUS SECUNDUS/ DEI GRATIA/ ANGLIÆ SCOTIÆ/ FRANCIÆ ET/ HIBERNIÆ/ REX/ FIDEI DEFENSOR/ ANNO M.D.C.LXXXVI
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William Frederick Danvers Smith 2nd Viscount Hambleden born 1868 died 1926
Head of the firm of W.H. Smith and Son.
Member of Parliament for the Strand Division 1891-1910
Chairman of Kings College Hospital
A public-spirited unselfish gentleman
Head of the firm of W.H. Smith and Son.
Member of Parliament for the Strand Division 1891-1910
Chairman of Kings College Hospital
A public-spirited unselfish gentleman
