
What is recorded here
This bronze commemorative plaque records: Here lived John Palmer B.1741 D.1818 Recorded plaque organisation: Bath Council.
John Palmer MP was a British politician and reformer who advocated for postal reforms in the late 18th century, leading to the establishment of the Penny Post system in 1840, which revolutionized communication by making mail affordable for the general public.
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