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COMPTON-BURNETT, Dame Ivy (1884–1969)
Novelist Dame Ivy Compton-Burnett was known for writing dialogue-packed books exploring domestic power struggles. She is recognised by a plaque at 5 Braemar Mansions.
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CONSTANTINE, Sir Learie (1901-1971)
Blue Plaque commemorating West Indian cricketer and statesman Sir Learie Constantine at 101 Lexham Gardens, Earls Court, London W8 6JN.
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NEVINSON, CRW (1889-1946) & NEVINSON, Henry (1856-1941)
Blue Plaque commemorating Artist and Journalists Henry Nevinson and his son CRW Nevinson at 4 Downside Crescent, Hampstead, London NW3 2AP, London Borough of Camden.
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Cartoonist Henry Mayo Bateman was best known for The Man Who… series. He is recognised by a plaque at 40 Nightingale Lane, Clapham.
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Novelist Georgette Heyer was best known for her regency romances and detective fiction. She is recognised by a plaque at the house where she was born, 103 Woodside, Wimbledon.
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Fortress Dover and the First World War
During the First World War, a command and control centre within Dover Castle played a vital role in safeguarding Dover as a garrison and naval base. You can explore this building and find out more about Dover’s role in the First World War using our virtual tour.
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History of Farleigh Hungerford Castle
A history of Farleigh Hungerford Castle, which was begun in 1383 and was inextricably linked to the fortunes of the Hungerford family.
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Why was Queen Elizabeth I so important?
As part of our Women in History series, best-selling author and historian Dr Tracy Borman explains what the the accession of Elizabeth I, in November 1558 has meant for women in positions of power.
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Walltown Crags - Hadrian's Wall
One of the best places of all to see the Wall, dramatically snaking and diving along the crags of the Whin Sill.