Inscription
On this site lived William Wilberforce, statesman and emancipator, 1759 - 1833.
Site: William Wilberforce - SW19 (1 memorial)
SW19, Souhside Common, 6
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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William Wilberforce - SW19
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William Wilberforce (abolitionist)
Politician, philanthropist and slavery abolitionist. Born in High Street, Hul...
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William Wilberforce - SW19
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Wimbledon Society / John Evelyn Society
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