Erection date: 1976
Inscription
Greater London Council
George Peabody, 1795-1869, philanthropist, died here.
Site: George Peabody (1 memorial)
SW1, Eaton Square, 80
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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George Peabody
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George Peabody
Philanthropist. Born Massachusetts, USA, descended from English immigrants to...
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George Peabody
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Greater London Council
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