Plaque

James Purdey

Inscription

Westminster City Council
James Purdey the younger, 1828 - 1909, gunmaker, built these premises in 1880 to house his new showrooms and workshops.
James Purdey & Sons Ltd

Site: James Purdey (1 memorial)

W1, South Audley Street

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James Purdey

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James Purdey the younger

Gunmaker, built premises in 1880 to house his new showrooms and workshops, Ja...

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James Purdey

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Westminster City Council

The ancient parish of St Margaret's was divided into St Margaret's and St Joh...

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