Plaque

George Canning

Inscription

George Canning, 1770 - 1827, statesman, lived here.
Greater London Council

Canning became Foreign Secretary whilst living here. (from modern information plaque in square.)

Site: George Canning (1 memorial)

W1, Berkeley Square, 50

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George Canning

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George Canning

Prime Minister 1827-1827 (only 119 days, the shortest PM tenure). Born Maryle...

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Greater London Council

Replaced the LCC. The GLC was abolished, some say, because Mrs Thatcher could...

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