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Rotary International

An international organisation with the purpose of bringing together business and professional people, to provide humanitarian service, goodwill and peace around the world. It was formed in Chicago by Paul P. Harris, Gustave Loehr, Sylvester Schiele and Hiram E. Shorey. It was called 'rotary', as meetings took place in rotation at members' places of business.

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Rotary International

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Rotary Armillary

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1 memorial
Mrs Gay Christiansen

Mrs Gay Christiansen

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Person, Community / Clubs

1 memorial
Red Cross Garden

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3 memorials
Blackfriars Settlement

Blackfriars Settlement

A charity based in London SE1 for nearly 130 years which aims to create and provide community services and support. See Settlement for an explanation.

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1 memorial