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John Lyon School

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Independent boys' school in Harrow.

John Lyon (1514-92) was a significant landowner, who by 1564 had the largest land-rental income in Harrow. He  founded Harrow School, The John Lyon School, and the John Lyon's Charity. Cousin to Sir John Lyon.

Notable alumni of the school include: Alfred Dunhill (tobacconist), Victor Sylvester (band leader) and Timothy West (actor).

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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John Lyon School

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John Lyon School - The Red House

'OL' stands for 'Old Lyonian'.  'Stet Fortuna Domus' means ' Let the fortune ...

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William Ward (benefactor)

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Henry Willis

NW1, Rochester Terrace, 9

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Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen

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