Plaque

Sir Harry Ricardo

Inscription

English Heritage
Sir Harry Ricardo, 1885 - 1974, mechanical engineer was born here.

Site: Sir Harry Ricardo (1 memorial)

WC1, Bedford Square, 13

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Sir Harry Ricardo

Born 13 Bedford Square, son of Halsey Ricardo. Mechanical engineer specialisi...

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