Plaque

John Stuart Mill - W8

Erection date: 1907

Inscription

John Stuart Mill, 1806 - 1873, philosopher, lived here.
LCC

Mill lived at this address, 1837 - 1851, with his mother and sister.

Site: John Stuart Mill - W8 (1 memorial)

W8, Kensington Square, 18

Inside the garden is a tree planted in memory of Gay Christiansen, a twentieth century occupant of this house.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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John Stuart Mill

Philosopher, economist, advocate of women's rights. Born 13 Rodney Street, Pe...

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