Plaque

William Thackeray - SW7

Erection date: 1912

Inscription

William Makepeace Thackeray, (1811-1863), novelist, lived here, 1854-1862.
L.C.C. 

Site: William Thackeray - SW7 (1 memorial)

SW7, Onslow Square, 36

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

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William Thackeray - SW7

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William Thackeray

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