Roy Porter Memorial Plaque Unveiling
23 May 2008
Friends and colleagues of Roy Porter, the eminent historian and former Director of the Centre, will be pleased to learn that the commemorative plaque marking his birthplace will be unveiled at 11.00 on Thursday 5th June. The ceremony will take place at Roy's childhood home: 13 Camplin Street, New Cross Gate, London SE14, and will be performed by Sir Steve Bullock, Mayor of Lewisham.
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