Erection date: 29/9/1984
Borough of Lewisham
Sir Barnes Wallis C.B.E. F.R.S., 1887-1979, Pioneer of aircraft design, lived here, 1892-1909.
His four children and sister were present at the unveiling.
SE14, New Cross Road, 241
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Sir Barnes Wallis
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