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Laying of the First Stone
- When
- 28 October 1880
- Where
- Central position in Wisbech
The first stone for the Clarkson Memorial was laid in Wisbech on 28 October 1880, marking the start of construction.
Work started on 28 October 1880. The location was chosen for its central position. The memorial consists of a statue mounted on a high platform. This event initiated the construction of a Grade II* listed building commemorating Thomas Clarkson.
Sources
- Clarkson Memorial Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-07
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