Born near Belgrave Square. The Earl of Meath was actively engaged in social and philanthropic work. He was the first chairman of the Young Men's Friendly Society, first President of the British College of Physical Education, and founder and first President of the Lads' Drill Association. Lord Meath was also the first chairman of both the London County Council Parks Committee and the Metropolitan Public Gardens Association.
In 1903 he created Empire Day, cleverly designed to coincide with Queen Victoria's birthday, on May 24. In 1958 it was renamed Commonwealth Day.
Died at his sister's home at 40 Eaton Square.
There is a memorial window dedicated to him in St. Paul's Cathedral, London.
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Reginald Brabazon, 12th Earl Meath, KP
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Reginald Brabazon, 12th Earl Meath
The memorial was designed by Hermon Cawthra RA and unveiled in 1934. It is gr...
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Kensington Society
"The objects of The Kensington Society are to preserve and improve the amenities of Kensington for the public benefit by stimulating interest in its history and records, promoting good architecture...
5 memorials
Martin Andrews
Our colleague Andew Behan writes: A little research on this man shows that he was born Martin Guy Leslie Andrews in 1943 in Lambeth. Alumnus and long-term supporter of Goodenough College. He was a ...
2 memorials
Hampstead Heath
For the history of this beautiful place go to: external site.
1 memorial
John Lindley
Botanist and horticulturist. Born at Catton, near Norwich. He was appointed assistant secretary to the Horticultural Sociery of London in 1827, and in 1827 was Professor of Botany at University Col...
1 memorial
King George's Fields Foundation
After the death of King George V the Lord Mayor of London set up a committee to decide on a suitable national memorial. It was decided to erect just one statue and create a number of playing fields...
9 memorials
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Rathbone Street WW2 fire station - AFS
W1, Rathbone Street
This plaque was unveiled on 18 September 2020 at a small memorial ceremony but was not erected on the building until some time in November.
War served, Civilian war dead | WW2
9 subjects commemorated, 1 creator
9 subjects commemorated, 1 creator
Royal Arsenal Riverside Guardrooms
Originally the two guardrooms flanked a grand staircase, which was the riverside entrance to Woolwich Arsenal. One has been converted into a restaurant.
1 memorial
Angel Inn, near Smithfield Angel Inn
We can't identify this pub.
1 memorial
Killed at Royal Hospital Chelsea - WW2
SW3, Royal Hospital Road, Royal Hospital Chelsea, Middle Court
For more information about this plaque see the page for its WW1 names. The 1941 bomb fell on the east wing of the Hospital. This was the...
War dead, Civilian war dead | WW2
21 subjects commemorated
21 subjects commemorated
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