Born Gujarat, India. Revolutionary, lawyer, journalist. In 1877 he received the title of 'pandit', a Sanskrit scholar, and came to Oxford for a few years. Returned to India, studied law and developed a successful business. Became a supporter of Nationalism for India and in 1900 bought the house in Highgate and founded India House. Died Geneva.
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Shyamji Krishna Varma
Commemorated ati
India House - in India
This town is the birthplace of Shyamji Krishna Varma, who founded India House.
Pandit Shyamji Krishna Varma
{At the centre:} Revolutionary Pandit Shyamaji Krishnaverma, 1857-1930, Sansk...
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Sir William Wallace
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