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George V bronze plaque

Commemorative plaque
George V bronze plaque
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This bronze commemorative plaque records: On the 6th day of April 1933 His Majesty King George V. was graciously pleased to command that this lock opened on the 15th day of March by his son H.R.H. The Prince George, K.G. should thenceforth be known as The Prince George Lock. Recorded plaque organisation: Shoreham Harbour Trustees.
King George V of the United Kingdom reigned from 1910 to 1936, guiding Britain through World War I and significant social reforms; his reign marked a period of substantial change in British society and the monarchy's role.

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