Erection date: 2003
This plaque honours the national servicemen of of the London Borough of Greenwich, who were conscripted between 1945 and 1963. We commemorate their service and the sacrifices they were called upon to make, at home and across the globe.
Greenwich Council, 2003.
SE18, Wellington Square, Greenwich Heritage Centre
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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