Plaque | War served | WW1

William Burman VC

Erection date: 20/9/2017

Inscription

{Beneath a representation of the Victoria Cross medal:}
Sergeant William Burman, Rifle Brigade, 20th September 1917

Unveiled by the Mayor of Tower Hamlets and a Rifles contingent of ten.

Site: William Burman VC (1 memorial)

E1, Arbour Square, Arbour Square Garden

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