Erection date: 1972
Ralph Vaughan Williams O.M. 1872 - 1958 composer, lived here from 1953 until his death.
Greater London Council
NW1, Hanover Terrace, 10
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Ralph Vaughan Williams - NW1
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Ralph Vaughan Williams - NW1
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