What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Elias Davy Citizen & Mercer of London founded the original Elis David Almshouse on this site in 1447 residents moved to Duppas Hill Terrace in 1974 Croydon Almshouse Charities Recorded plaque organisation: Croydon Almshouse Charities.
Elias Davy, a wealthy citizen and mercer of London, established the Elis David Almshouse in 1447, providing housing for the poor and elderly, which reflects his contribution to medieval charitable institutions.
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