Inscription
London County Council
Thomas Wakley, 1795 - 1862, reformer and founder of "The Lancet" lived here.
Site: 35 Bedford Square (2 memorials)
WC1, Bedford Square, 35, Architectural Association
Credit for this entry to: Bob Baker
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Thomas Wakley
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Thomas Wakley
Reformer and founder of "The Lancet" - begun in Oct 1823. Spoke in Parliament...
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Thomas Wakley
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London County Council
Prior to the LCC London matters were run by church parishes. The LCC was the ...
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