Coventry Municipal Technical College and David Spencer green plaque — Report the wrong picture

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This green commemorative plaque records: 1888-1935 This plaque commemorates the old Municipal Technical College, which was gifted to the city by Mr. David Spencer. From 1919-1935 the building housed the Junior Technical School, requested by local industry and commerce to provide training for 13 to 15 year old boys intending apprenticeships in engineering. The main building was blitzed in 1940 and the annexe, which stood on this site, was demolished in 1979. Recorded plaque organisation: J.T.S. [Earl Street] Old Boys Association.

David Spencer gifted the Municipal Technical College to Coventry, significantly contributing to technical education by providing a facility for training young boys for engineering apprenticeships from 1919-1935. The college reflects the city's historical emphasis on industrial and vocational training, which was vital for local industry and commerce.

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