What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Site of the house of John Gully MP (1783-1863) prize fighter, race-horse and colliery owner Recorded plaque organisation: Rotary International.
John Gully MP (1783-1863) was a notable figure in early 19th-century Britain, remembered for his diverse pursuits as a prizefighter, racehorse owner, and industrialist involved in coal mining; his career exemplifies the intersection of sport and industry during the Industrial Revolution.
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