Founder of the Young Men's Christian Association. Born Somerset. Died in a hotel in Torquay.
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Sir George Williams
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Sir George Williams
In the photograph of the current building the plaque is behind the portico.
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Frank Masters
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2 memorials
Britain Vietnam Association
This non-political, non-commercial association is now known as the Mekong Club. The picture source website gives an account of the history of the association.
1 memorial
Spanish & Portuguese Jews' Congregation
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4 memorials
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1 memorial
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1 memorial