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Ira Aldridge (1807-1867)


The Unveiling of Ira Aldridge



Ira Aldridge Plaque © Copyright  L Reddie
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Profile: Aldridge was an American born, British-based stage actor who made his career largely on the London stage and in Europe, especially in Shakespearean roles.


Plaque location: 5 Hamlet Road, Upper Norwood, London SE19 2AP


Plaque inscription: ‘Shakespearian Actor ‘The African Roscius’ lived here’






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