What is recorded here
This yellow commemorative plaque records: Verbruggen's House 1773 Built for Ian & Pieter Verbruggen, Joint Master Founders at the Royal Brass Foundry. Subsequently used by the Ordnance Board under various titles until 103 Recorded plaque organisation: ROYAL ARSENAL RIVERSIDE EXPLORE.
Pieter Verbruggen was a master founder at the Royal Brass Foundry in the late 18th century, known for his expertise in brass casting and manufacturing ordnance; his house reflects his professional standing and contribution to military technology.
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