Lead singer of the Who. Actor. Born Hammersmith Hospital. Raised in Acton.
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Space Oddity
Song by David Bowie. It was first released as a single, and became the title of his second studio album. The song is about Major Tom, a fictional astronaut.
The Garage
From Mamacolive: "Opened in 1993, The Garage quickly established itself as the capital’s finest indie and rock venue; performing at the venue is a rite of passage for many bands. The venue has also...
Thomas Tiplady
Born Yorkshire. Raised as a Methodist. Became a minister in the East End, a chaplain in WW1. Became Superintendent of the Lambeth Mission in London in 1922, and was there 32 years. Wrote many hymns...
H. R. S. Pulman
Student of Trinity College of Music, killed in WW1.
Sir Charles Stanford
Composer, music teacher, and conductor. Born Dublin as Charles Villiers Stanford. Appointed Professor of Composition at the Royal College of Music in 1883, a position he held for the rest of his li...
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Croydon Council
We think the "Croydon's Heritage" plaques must be erected by a section of Croydon Council. Certainly the Picture source website refers to the heritage plaques.
James McMullan
James Alexander Meregillano McMullan from Hackney was killed trying to help Sara Zelenak, another victim, during the 2017 attack at London Bridge. A Filipino-British citizen, he was the only Britis...
Carroll Shelby
American car designer, racing driver and entrepreneur. Born Texas. Suffered with a heart condition all his life. Worked with AC Cars Limited to produce the AC Cobra, which he imported into the Sta...
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