A London commemorative plaque for every day in 2016. The plaques are selected from all walks of life, and all points of the London compass – and I'm taking requests too!
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Commemorating Bedford College, Bedford Square WC1
University College was the first university in London and the first in England to be founded along secular lines. It was also the first to admit women. The first college specifically for women was established nearby at Bedford Square. Bedford College was founded in 1849 and became part of the University of London in 1900.
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