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Plaque

Richardson Evans

Inscription

Here lived Richardson Evans, 1846 - 1928, protector of natural beauties.

Site: Richardson Evans (1 memorial)

SW19, West Side Common, 24, The Keir

Later he lived at later at nearby 1 Camp View.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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This section lists the subjects commemorated on the memorial on this page:
Richardson Evans

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Richardson Evans

Civil servant, journalist and author. He served in the Indian Civil Service, ...

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Richardson Evans

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Wimbledon Society / John Evelyn Society

Founded by Richardson Evans and others, to 'safeguard the amenities of the Wi...

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