Plaque

Constantine Cavafy

Erection date: 1974

Inscription

Constantine Cavafy, 1863 - 1933, Greek poet, lived here, 1873 - 1876.
The London Hellenic Society, 1974

Site: Constantine Cavafy (1 memorial)

W2, Queensborough Terrace, 14-15, Manor Lodge

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Constantine Cavafy

Poet. Known as Constantine Peter Cavafy and as Konstantin or Konstantinos Pet...

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London Hellenic Society

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