Erection date: 2/6/2003
Inscription
David Devant, 1868 - 1941, magician, lived here in flat no. 1.
English Heritage
Site: David Devant (1 memorial)
NW3, Ornan Road, Ornan Court, Flat 1
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Born 4 Boston Terrace, Holloway, as David Wighton. His stage name was taken ...
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