Inscription
Sir John Simon, 1816 - 1904, pioneer of public health, lived here.
London County Council
Site: Sir John Simon (1 memorial)
W8, Kensington Square, 40
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Sir John Simon
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Sir John Simon
Surgeon and public health officer. Born City of London. His name is of French...
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Sir John Simon
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London County Council
Prior to the LCC London matters were run by church parishes. The LCC was the ...
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