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Alpha Television blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: Site of Alpha Television 1956-1968 The birthplace of ITV in the Midlands, created by ABC and ATV, it brought regional broadcasting to life. Home of original programmes and a pioneer in Birmingham's television story. Recorded plaque organisation: Birmingham Civic Society.

From the Open Plaques record 83395

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