Erection date: 19/5/2013
Frank Bates, 1889 - 1921, vocalist and lead singer with pioneering jazz ensemble the Southern Syncopated Orchestra, resided here, 1918 - 1919.
Nubian Jak Community Trust
Southwark Council
SE15, Hichisson Road, 19
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Frank Bates
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Frank Bates
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