What is recorded here
This bronze commemorative plaque records: In honour of Clement Litil c 1530-1580. Advocate of a university in the city, benefactor and founder of the University's library. Recorded plaque organisation: University of Edinburgh.
Clement Litil, active from around 1530 to 1580, advocated for the establishment of a university in his city and is remembered as both a benefactor and founder of the University's library.
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