Erection date: 18/11/2021
Honouring the bravery and sacrifice of Colin Townsley of Soho Fire Station who gave his life in the line of duty at the Kings Cross underground fire.
18th November 1987
Unveiled on the 34th anniversary of the fire and Townsley's death.
N1, Euston Road, Kings Cross Station
This section lists the subjects commemorated on the memorial on this page:
Colin Townsley - red plaque
The officer in charge of Red Watch at Soho Fire Station. Died trying to rescu...
This section lists the subjects who helped to create/erect the memorial on this page:
Colin Townsley - red plaque
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This website confirms that the Aboriginal words mean the same as the preceding line.
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Co-partner or employee of the South Suburban Gas Company. Served but did not die in WW1.
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