Plaque

Sir John Simon

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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