Erection date: /7/1903
{Around the base of the non-working fountain:}
Erected by Sir Spencer Maryon Wilson and the inhabitants of Charlton to commemorate the coronation of His Majesty King Edward VII, August 9th 1902.
The date of erection comes from Ian Visits.
SE7, Charlton Church Lane
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Coronation of King Edward VII - drinking fountain
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Coronation of King Edward VII - drinking fountain
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