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Woolwich Market

Inscription

This market has been serving the citizens of Woolwich since it was created by a charter granted by James I in 1619.
Woolwich Market

Site: Beresford Square and Woolwich Market (2 memorials)

SE18, Beresford Square

Inscriptions for Beresford Square and Woolwich Market are on opposite sides of the arch. 

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

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This section lists the subjects commemorated on the memorial on this page:
Woolwich Market

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King James I

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